An inspiring career awaits you! 
 
The Kessler Collection is a portfolio of luxury boutique hotels, unique restaurants and experiences with a Bohemian twist. The collection's captivating hotels feature curated art, original music, unique architecture and stories around every corner, all located in destinations people want to be. Our mission of inspiring places, intuitive service, and exuberant guests means we are committed to our Grand Performers learning, development, and well-being. We believe people want to be inspired!

Grand Performers may enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Marriott Employee Discounts Worldwide
• Competitive Wage & Discretionary Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(K) with Discretionary Company Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program

Objective / Purpose

The purpose of the Hotel Payroll and Benefits Specialist is to oversee the payroll functions of the hotel. Including ensuring payroll processes are completed accurately, in compliance with relevant laws and policies and maintaining the payroll system records. In addition, collaborate with the corporate benefits team to ensure hotel associate benefits are being utilized and maintained.

Standards & Culture

Individuals must serve as a cultural ambassador by upholding and promoting our standards.

• Image & Presence: Our team is sophisticated and purposeful in their communication and body language.
• Service: Intuitive. Our team inspires the guest (and Grand Performer) experience with warmth and deliberate elegance.
• Performance: Extraordinary. Our team rises to outperform and consistently be at our best for even better.

Areas of Responsibility/ Tasks

Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:

• Process biweekly payroll for all hotel employees, ensuring timely and accurate payment.
• Process hires in payroll system.
• Review of timecards, attendance records and shift premiums.
• Generate reports for management on payroll and timecards.
• Maintain and update payroll software systems to reflect current employee information, including new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers and pay changes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries and system issues.
• Serve as the point of contact for payroll-related questions or concerns from employees, providing luxury service for our internal guests.
• Partner with the Continuous Improvement Manager to ensure proper information is going to the labor management system.
• Coordinate with the finance department to ensure all payroll costs are properly allocated and accounted for in financial reports.
• Manage employee benefit programs including employee wellness offerings.
• Coordinate open enrollment period, ensuring employees are well informed about the available benefit options.
• Provide clear and accurate information regarding benefits to associates.
• Coordinate FMLA according to regulations with the Property HRD.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (KSA)

To perform this role successfully, an individual must have experience achieving desired result(s) in their areas of responsibility. The requirements listed below are representative of observable behaviors and essential knowledge, skill, and abilities required of a successful incumbent.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in payroll processing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, License, Certifications, Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Human Resources or related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in similar scope and title – required

Work Environment / Conditions

The work environment/conditions described herein are representative of those that an incumbent may experience.

• Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, distractions and or interruptions without the use of a private office.
• Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as computers and telephones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• May be required to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds for tasks such as organizing paperwork, files and or office supplies.
• Ability to move between departments or offices for meetings and collaboration as needed.