Payroll Manager, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Job title: Payroll Manager, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Job description: Payroll Manager

At Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, our Financial operations thrive with the commitment of our Heartists who model our values. Share your passion for excellence, collaboration and organization as Payroll Manager, where your high standards for accuracy, compliance, and enthusiasm will inspire the same amongst our team.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• An inclusive, empowering, and positive company culture where we place people at the heart of everything we do
• The opportunity to have fun at work, alongside passionate hospitality professionals who strive to make the world a more welcoming place
• Competitive salary with annual performance evaluations and compensation reviews
• Career progression opportunities both nationally and internationally with company-provided relocation assistance
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire and meals through our Colleague Dining Program
• Travel reimbursement program for a TransLink monthly pass
• Extensive and comprehensive employer-paid benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the ACCOR Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP) with employer contribution
• Starting at 10+ days of paid vacation each calendar year increasing with length of service, 12 paid statutory holidays including paid annual birthday leave
• One complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program,
• Exclusive employee benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Accor properties worldwide
• Opportunity to work in a luxury heritage hotel with legacy dating back to 1939
• Access to free learning programs through our Academies and discounted courses through eCornell
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and RiiSE
• Opportunity to be nominated for and win your dream trip through our annual employee and leadership recognition program
• Opportunity to develop your talent through coaching and our Leadership Mentoring Programs

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Director of Finance, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Execute the efficient, accurate, and timely operation of Payroll in accordance with company standards, internal controls and the collective agreement
• Manage all payroll activities in accordance with federal and provincial statutory regulations
• Maintain complete confidentiality with payroll records, payroll data and personal information
• Submit all payroll reports to human resources, executive team, corporate, and government agencies on a timely and accurate basis
• Ensure gratuities allocation for Bell, Room Service Servers, Banquets Servers and Bartenders are in accordance with Night Audit
• Ensure revenue reports are in accordance with Accor Finance Policy and Procedures and local law
• Ensure vacation entitlements and accruals in accordance with GAAP, the union agreement and to the company vacation policy.
• Lead the transition to a new payroll system (Dayforce) in the current year and through 2023
• Prepare Payroll journals for month-end processing on the first day of the month
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations related to all payroll accounts including, but not limited to: Payroll Clearing, Vacation, Holiday, WCB, Salary Advances, Payroll Accrual, Pension Liability Accounts, etc.
• Onboard, train an develop leaders on payroll responsibilities and management, scheduling, software management, daily timekeeping edits, etc.
• Champion our WATSON labour management system for the hotel
• Distribute weekly WATSON variance reports and collaborate with leaders to understand and rectify variances
• Prepare monthly labour forecast worksheets (WATSON)
• Edit daily payroll and report errors to leaders
• Ensure smooth and seamless operation of payroll system, troubleshoot and provide guidance when required
• Maintain back-up of key payroll information for historical and current reporting
• Respond to government inquiries in a timely and accurate manner (CRA, Stats Canada, WCB, etc.)
• Ensure all garnishments are deducted and submitted in a timely manner with appropriate back-up and authorization in accordance with local laws
• Deduct and reconcile all employee payroll advances according to legal and corporate policy guidelines
• Account for and make timely payments for all deductions to third parties; (Including, but not limited to: Charities, Canada Savings Bonds, Pensions, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director, Finance & Business Support
• Organize and implement administrative systems & procedures, and perform necessary support duties
• Serve as a principal source of information and a record keeper for Finance department
• Prepare and maintain your department’s records & regular reports
• Prepare monthly payroll accrual & overtime as per monthly timelines
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and leaders
• Adhere to all Company policies & procedures
• Complete all other duties and special projects as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• Service focused personality is essential with previous experience in payroll
• Diploma or degree in Accounting or relevant field preferred
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Familiarity with hotel operating systems and software (Sun Systems, Hyperion, Attendance on Demand, Ceridian, Silverware, Birchstreet, Watson, DayForce, Opera PMS, etc.) a strong asset
• Exceptional administrative, interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to train, communicate and follow up with hotel leadership on payroll related issues
• Highly responsible & reliable with the ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Results orientated with high attention to detail and a sense of urgency, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to problem solve and seek solutions independently
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team while setting and completing individual deadlines
• Ability to work occasional weekends, holidays, and extended hours as required

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Seated computer work, including constant use of keyboard and mouse
• Occasional lifting up to 25lbs

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Your team and working environment:

We are thrilled to welcome our guests back to Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the ‘Castle in the City’, with its chateau-style green-clad copper roof and gargoyles is an architectural landmark in the heart of Downton Vancouver that captures the hearts and imaginations of all who visit. A registered heritage property operating since 1939, the hotel symbolizes grandeur and timeless elegance. In spring 2019, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver completed a $75M, five-year multiphase revitalization project. With its prestigious address on Georgia Street, this castle is surrounded by a diverse arts community of galleries and theatres, a thriving shopping district, exhilarating nightlife and world class cuisine. Join our team and welcome our guests back to extraordinary experiences at their home away from home.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit

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Company: Accor

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Location: Vancouver, BC

Job date: Fri, 02 Sep 2022 03:08:53 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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