Payroll Specialist

What’s in it for you…

• Insurance enrollment available from DAY 1!
• Paid time off available from DAY 1!
• Holiday pay available from DAY 1!
• 401(k) enrollment after 30 days!
• Hotel and travel discounts at worldwide destinations!
• Professional development and promotion opportunities!

The impact you’ll make…

Payroll Specialists make an immense impact on the overall satisfaction of associates throughout the organization by providing timely and accurate payroll support.  Responsible for the bi-weekly processing of payroll for about 50 hotels, Payroll Specialists follow established procedures for system entries, payroll calculations, internal and external interfaces, and other payroll audits.  The Payroll Specialist works closely with corporate and property teams and reports to the Payroll Manager.

You’ll enjoy this job because…

• You’re detail-oriented and have a strong focus on accuracy
• You enjoy applying knowledge to business processes
• You enjoy consistency and processes in your daily work
• You’re self-motivated to achieve success
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment

What you’ll be doing…

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely in UKG (formerly UltiPro and Kronos)
• Maintain and administer the time and attendance system in UKG
• Analyze, audit, and maintain accurate employee tax withholding, direct deposit, wage distribution, and other related payroll data
• Reconcile and file required labor and unemployment reports
• Support associates with questions and payroll-related needs
• Assist with year-end review and processing of W2s and W2Cs
• Research errors, determine root causes of issues, and make recommendations for on-going process improvement
• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow associates, frequently collaborating with corporate and property teams
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Complete additional duties as assumed or assigned

Requirements…

• At least three years payroll experience with a multi-state employer
• Full-cycle payroll processing experience preferred
• UltiPro or Kronos experience preferred
• Intermediate to advanced skill set with Office365 products
• Strong focus and prioritization on customer service
• High level of integrity while maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating professionalism
• High degree of teamwork
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to high-volume and changing workload
• Strong focus on organization and detail

About First Hospitality…

Founded in 1985 and based in Chicago, First Hospitality is a forward-thinking hotel development, investment, and management company. First Hospitality’s strategic vision is to create value for all through excellence and an openness to doing things differently.

First Hospitality seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employee’s differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the customers we serve. FH fosters an inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness. Equal Opportunity Employer.