Assistant Payroll Manager

Work Your Way to Pullman Sydney Hyde Park! Our 241 room, Premium Hotel is located next to the beautiful Hyde Park and on the doorstep of some of Sydney's most vibrant restaurants, bars, shopping and entertainment venues. We welcome a diverse range of guests every day with a mix of both corporate & leisure as well as hosting and taking part in an array of events, including the incredible (and colourful) Mardi Gras. 

As part of the globally recognised Accor network, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences while creating an environment where our team members can thrive, develop and grow their careers. Working within our Finance Hub, you'll be supporting two entities across the CapitaLand portfolio (Brisbane and Melbourne properties) while collaborating with a talented and experienced finance team.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organised Assistant Payroll Manager to join our Portfolio Finance Team.

Reporting directly to the Portfolio Director of Finance, this role is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant and timely payroll services across our hotel portfolio. You will play a pivotal role in payroll processing, compliance, reporting, system administration and supporting operational leaders with labour management and payroll-related enquiries.

Working in a fast-paced hospitality environment, you will collaborate closely with People & Culture, Department Heads and Finance colleagues to ensure payroll accuracy and legislative compliance at all times.

Some key responsibilities will include:

• Payroll processing and administration, journals included
• Award interpretation and legislative compliance
• Payroll reporting and reconciliations
• Single Touch Payroll (STP) and superannuation management
• Labour cost analysis and payroll auditing
• Employee payroll support and enquiries
• Payroll systems administration and training
• Month-end payroll journals and accruals
• Process improvement and payroll projects
• Maintaining confidentiality and data integrity

• Previous experience in a payroll role, preferably within the hospitality industry or a multi-site environment.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying the Hospitality Industry (General) Award (HIGA), including classifications, penalty rates, overtime, allowances and leave entitlements.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, Fair Work requirements and NES
• Knowledge of taxation, superannuation, long service leave and payroll compliance obligations.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong payroll processing, data entry and reconciliation skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with Department Heads and People & Culture teams.
• Experience using payroll and workforce management systems (Zambion experience highly regarded).
• Full working rights in Australia. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

At Accor, we are committed to ensuring our people #feelwelcome and #feelvalued by creating an inclusive and supportive environment. We offer: 

• A fun, diverse & inclusive culture where we value you being the Real Deal.
• Career progression opportunities as far as the eye can see.
• Extensive local, national and international discounts on Accommodation, Food and Beverage and other hospitality benefits.
• A team that is all about development, giving you endless opportunities to grow and progress in your career.
• Central location, work in vibrant heart of the city.

You must have valid and current working rights in Australia.

If this sounds like your next step, please apply today to see where a conversation could take you. We can't wait to hear from you!