Elizabeth Reed, Gphr
About Elizabeth Reed, Gphr
Elizabeth Reed, GPHR, serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at VertexOne, where she has implemented strategic HR initiatives across North America, India, and the UK. With extensive experience in executive compensation, HR technology, and employee relations, she has held multiple roles within the company since joining in 2008.
Current Role as Chief Human Resources Officer
Elizabeth Reed currently serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at VertexOne, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she implements strategic direction and business processes across various regions including North America, India, and the UK. Her responsibilities encompass executive compensation, retention strategies, and total rewards, with a strong emphasis on HR technology. Reed's leadership in human resources is integral to the company's operational success.
Career History at VertexOne
Elizabeth Reed has a long-standing career at VertexOne, having held multiple positions since 1999. She began as a Senior Accountant and progressed through various roles including Senior Financial Analyst, Director of HR, and Vice President of Human Resources. Notably, she served as the Head of Global Payroll and Interim Chief HR Officer. Her tenure at VertexOne reflects her expertise in finance and human resources, particularly in areas such as payroll and employee relations.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Reed studied at The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a degree in Accounting and Finance from 1994 to 1998. She holds a Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) certification and has an inactive Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Her expertise includes executive compensation, HR technology, business process mapping, and succession planning. Reed's educational background and certifications support her extensive knowledge in human resources and finance.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Elizabeth Reed possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, along with solid analytical and problem-solving capabilities. She specializes in employee relations, legal compliance, budgeting, and analytics. Her experience also includes health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and merger and acquisition integration services. Reed's diverse skill set enables her to effectively manage complex HR functions and contribute to organizational growth.
Previous Experience and Roles
Before her current role, Elizabeth Reed gained valuable experience at various organizations. She worked at Coopers & Lybrand as an Accounting Intern and held an accountant position at Electronic Data Systems. Reed's early career included significant roles at Alliance Data, where she was involved in general ledger accounting, forecasting, budgeting, and mergers and acquisitions. This extensive background in finance and accounting laid the foundation for her successful transition into human resources.