Attention Atlanta based payroll professionals! Are you a detail-oriented and results-driven payroll professional with a passion for the hospitality industry? Join our dynamic team at our beautiful Davidson Hospitality Group headquarters in Atlanta as a Payroll Manager! You will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for our 85+ hotel/resort locations throughout the U.S. As a Payroll Manager, reporting to the Director of Payroll and Payroll Compliance, you'll bring your high energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence to oversee payroll operations, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and provide exceptional service to our team members. With your strong organizational skills and analytical mindset, you'll contribute to the smooth functioning of our payroll department and make a positive impact on our workforce. Join us and be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and team member satisfaction!
Key Responsibilities
Accurate, timely, and efficient processing, calculating, and payment of payroll and related compensation expenses. Will be responsible for preparing the payroll analytics, review metrics, and timely delivery/approval of pay file(s) to One Source Virtual/Collaborative Solutions via Workday.
Effectively build, lead, and manage the team, consisting of a staff today of four, consistent with company values. Leverage world-class tools, processes, and personnel, to deliver against the responsibilities and objectives of the function.
Oversee and review all payroll entries prepared by the payroll team which includes but is not limited to gifts, one-time payments, term checks, LOA (Leave of Absence) entries, 401K, and other integrations, etc. Administer the LOA process from the payroll perspective by effectively tracking all payroll adjustments as well as collecting benefit premiums owed while employees are on leave.
Responsible for the timely preparation and calculation of any off-cycle processing in all regions, i.e., termination pay, special bonuses, transition allowances, etc.
Lead company and department initiatives to drive process improvements within the payroll department and collaborate with key partners throughout the organization to ensure accurate recording of all payroll input.
Responsible for reconciling all year-end forms and filings for all regions to ensure accurate entry of all compensation transactions (i.e., gifts, prizes, education assistance, equity, etc.).
Effective, accurate, and timely completion of all assigned month-end responsibilities.
Support internal and external auditors’ requests, including research and analysis of audit requests.
Process all equity-related transactions ensuring accurate reporting and statutory filings.
Maintain appropriate internal control requirements and narratives, including maintenance of documentation for payroll-related processes and providing recommendations, as appropriate.
Ensure all payroll-related tax and statutory filings are compliant within all jurisdictions of all regions.
This position will be based at our corporate office in Atlanta with a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Target salary range - around $95k + bonus.
Join our team as a Payroll Manager and be part of a vibrant and supportive environment that values your expertise and commitment to excellence. Apply now to take the next step in your career and contribute to the smooth functioning of our payroll operations. Your attention to detail and dedication to accuracy will play a crucial role in ensuring the satisfaction of our valued team members.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years in Workday Payroll
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience
Certified Payroll Professional designation is strongly preferred
Proven experience as a Payroll Manager/Supervisor or similar role in the hospitality industry preferred
Experience with multi-state payrolls larger than 1,000 employees with multiple classifications. i.e., Exempt, Salary non-exempt, working students, visa workers, tip credit and 7i workers, union and non-union workers, etc.
Experience with executing complex benefits programs within payroll and automated HR and payroll systems; Workday and One Source Virtual/Collaborative Solutions.
Strong system and data flow knowledge. The ability to learn and adapt to new flows and software technologies recurring metrics tracking and analysis is a plus.
High functioning, working knowledge of relevant payroll-related standards, codes, regulations, and other related requirements.
Strong communication skills - including the ability to listen to the needs of others and comprehend complex matters, articulate issues in a clear and concise manner, and present effectively in both oral and written presentations to all levels in the organization.
Benefits
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
Three Tiers of Medical Coverage
Dental & Vision Coverage
24/7 Teledoc service
Free Maintenance Medications
Pet Insurance
Hotel Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.