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Nicole Kemptner

@nicolekemptner

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Experienced payroll and HR specialist with over 20 years in leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values employee engagement and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a seasoned payroll and HR professional with over 20 years of experience leading complex payroll operations and ensuring labor law compliance across various industries. My expertise lies in utilizing advanced payroll systems such as SAP, DATEV, and ADP, which has enabled me to manage payroll processes with precision and reliability. I pride myself on my strong communication skills and solution-focused mindset, which have been instrumental in fostering positive employee relations and supporting organizational goals.

Throughout my career, I have held key leadership positions, including Head of HR at Thermarium and Biomex-Group in Germany, where I successfully managed payroll processing, employee benefits, and compliance audits. My recent freelance projects further showcase my ability to adapt and excel in diverse environments, managing payroll for thousands of employees while ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations. I am passionate about optimizing HR processes and enhancing employee satisfaction through effective management and support.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Payroll Specialist

Picnic GmbH

Apr 2025 - Present (4 months)

Managed payroll processing and corrections for 10,400 employees. Liaised with tax and insurance authorities, handling sick/vacation leave, garnishments, and employee inquiries. Ensured full compliance with federal/state payroll regulations.

Payroll Processing Tax & Insurance Liaison Payroll Compliance Garnishments

HR Manager

Kadel Group GmbH

Nov 2024 - Present (9 months)

Managed full-scope payroll and time recording using PDS. Provided HR support and consulting for 190 employees. Handled legal contract work, reporting, and certification systems.

Payroll Management HR Consulting Legal Contracts

Payroll Specialist

International Company

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Managed payroll for employees using SAP HCM/SF & Atoss. Provided payroll consulting, corrections, reporting, and compliance. Coordinated temporary staffing.

SAP HCM SAP ATOSS Payroll Compliance Temporary Staffing Coordination

HR Generalist

International Company

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Managed DACH-region payroll, SAP SF implementation, flextime & vacation policies. Processed travel expenses and pension plans. Provided HRIS system training and documentation.

DACH Payroll SAP SF Implementation HR Training

Head of HR

Thermarium

Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)

Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations. Processed payroll and maintained accurate records, managing employee benefits and entitlements. Conducted audits of payroll and HR data, providing support during internal and external audits.

Labor Law Payroll Processing SAP HCM

Head of HR

Biomex-Group

Sep 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Conducted employee satisfaction surveys and analyzed the results. Managed compensation and benefits programs, coordinating talent management and succession planning. Implemented employee wellness initiatives.

Compensation Benefits Talent Management Succession Planning

Head of HR

Troendle-Group

Jan 2012 - Present (13 years 7 months)

Recruited and interviewed new employees. Managed employee relations and resolved conflicts, overseeing the onboarding process for new hires. Developed and implemented HR policies.

Recruitment Employee Relations Conflict Resolution Onboarding HR Policies

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

SGD University

Certificate, Human Resources Manager

2022 - 2023

Completed a certificate program focusing on human resources management within the SAP environment. Gained expertise in various SAP HR modules and functionalities.

HAF University of Hamburg

B.A., Human resources specialist

2017 - 2020

Obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree specializing in human resources. Developed a strong foundation in HR principles, practices, and strategic management.

F+U Heidelberg

B.A., Economics and Human Resources

2012 - 2013

Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Economics and Human Resources. Acquired knowledge in economic principles and their application to human resource management.