Payroll Specialist

Payroll SpecialistThe Payroll Specialist is responsible for payroll duties and administration of all aspects of employment leave for Highgate Hotels.Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.Highgate Corporate Offices Irving, TXResponsibilitiesProcessing bi-weekly payrolls for multiple properties.Responsible for administration of garnishments and tracking all returned or stopped garnishment payments.Responsible for live check reversals, direct deposit reversals, and tracking these through to completion.Must have the ability to research payroll or payroll related items with little direction and present finding to the group.Understand basic payroll tax as it relates to the employee's pay and their W2.Responsible for additional administrative duties as required.Must contribute to a positive team environment.Maintain an elevated level of confidentiality and must be trustworthy.QualificationsMinimum of 2 years payroll processing experience.Dayforce payroll systems are preferred.Strong interpersonal, written communication and organization skills.Strong Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and other programs.Extreme attention to detail, accuracy and data integrity are crucial to this role.Must have a sense of urgency and ability to work within a fast-paced mutli-task environment.