Payroll Officer

Additional Information

Job Number

Job CategoryFinance & Accounting

LocationSydney Area Office, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, Sydney, NEW SOUTH WALES, Australia, 2000

ScheduleFull Time

Located Remotely?N

Position Type Non-Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll Officer is an accounting position reporting directly to the Payroll Manager. The position is responsible for ensuring the timely processing of payroll and payment obligations for the participating properties, and assists the Payroll Manager to ensure that the participating properties receive the appropriate levels of service.

SCOPE / BUSINESS CONTEXT / CANDIDATE PROFILE

Expected Contributions - Primary Job Responsibilities, however not limited to

• Assist the Payroll Manager in all aspects of the accounting function, including routine procedures and ad-hoc projects.

• Process and review hotel payrolls as required

• Manual calculation of termination, redundancy and other payments

• Prepare payments of regular payrolls

• Submit EFT transfer runs for processing via Bank Software

• Prepare and verify the monthly accruals for salaries and benefits.

• Assist the hotels in reconciling the month end actual data and accruals

• Assist with payment summaries and financial year end

• Prepare ad-hoc reports

• Interact with the Human Resources and Finance departments in all participating hotels

• Assist in gathering and reporting the Shared ServiceCenter's processing metrics

• Assist in the month end closing process including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.

• Abide by Company policies and procedures.

• Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by Management.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of one year experience in payroll preferred

• Knowledge of Federal and state wage award legislation and reporting requirements preferred

• ADP and/or E-tivity Labour Management System experience preferred but not essential

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.

• In depth knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook

• Ability to effectively communicate accounting information, policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by the customer.

• Well organized and efficient and the ability to multi-task

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Willingness to learn new skills.

• Team oriented person who can focus on the details.

• Responsible, honest and trustworthy

• Pleasant and professional manner

• Ability to interact with hotel associates of difference levels

• High level attention to detail

Environmental Responsibilities

The company requires that you are aware of all environmental practices, policies and procedures and implement these on a daily basis. It is expected that you will have a sound understanding of the company's Environmental Vision and spread awareness amongst fellow team members. Your ideas and initiatives are expected in the ongoing development and enhancement of the company's Environmental Program.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Marriott International is the world's largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.