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Flex Talent Solutions is Marriott Internationals internally managed contingent workforce program based out of our global headquarters in Bethesda MD. Flex offers new challenges and enriching career experiences flexible work arrangements and a network of opportunities to build long-term career and advancement opportunities.
Job Summary
The Flex Payroll Administrator is a key member of the Flex program management office (PMO) primarily working with Marriotts HQ and above property locations. Responsibilities include payroll operations compliance associate relations VMS technology administration and ongoing assignment management for Marriott HQs temporary employee workforce known as Flex associates.
Core Work Activities
Payroll Operations & Compliance
Manage bi-weekly payroll processing for Flex associates ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance.
Audit payroll data timesheets and system reports to identify discrepancies and ensure correct payment.
Review compare and analyze payroll data from Simplify VMS and other payroll reports.
Work directly with Simplify to resolve payroll file issues data mismatches and system errors.
Conduct follow-up with associates and managers regarding missing hours discrepancies or corrections needed.
Monitor associate status changes that impact payroll including location changes cost center adjustments role updates and a multi-state payroll environment
Submit off-cycle payments PTO payout requests and ensure proper documentation and authorization.
Perform basic payroll research to respond to inquiries from associates managers and HR partners.
Process pay rate changes and ensure alignment with internal guidelines and system requirements.
Collaborates across HR Payroll Associate Relations Hiring Managers and other stakeholders to align priorities resolve issues and support end-to-end workforce operations.
Systems & Process Management
Maintain accurate assignment and payroll data within Simplify VMS.
Ensure assignment setups are correct and aligned with manager requirements and payroll specifications.
Pull and review payroll-related reports to validate billing assignment accuracy and data completeness.
Identify payroll risks issues or trends and escalate or recommend solutions as needed.
Maintain documentation workflows and standard operating procedures related to payroll and assignment processing.
Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance accuracy reduce errors and streamline payroll processes.
Leverage technology to improve efficiency and participate in the implementation of improvements.
Applies a continuous improvement mindset to payroll operations leveraging technology and data insights to streamline processes and reduce manual effort.
Anticipates payroll and system challenges and proactively proposes process or technology-based solutions to mitigate risk and improve outcomes
Works directly with Simplify VMS to submit enhancement requests that improve payroll processes increase efficiency and support scalable operations.
Candidate Profile
Attributes & Competencies
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with high-volume data accurately.
Excellent communication skills with a strong customer-service focus.
Ability to research and resolve payroll issues independently.
High proficiency with technology including Excel and system-based auditing.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Problem-solving mindset and proactive approach to identifying system or data issues.
High degree of comfort working with sensitive compensation and payroll information with discretion and confidentiality.
Preferred Qualities
Experience working within a contingent workforce program management office (PMO) MSP or similar environment supporting temporary labor.
Strong working knowledge of Vendor Management Systems (VMS).
Solid understanding of payroll laws wage and hour regulations and multistate payroll compliance requirements.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
3-4 years relevant experience
Experience with vendor management systems preferred.
Experience working within a contingent labor program PMO HR operations or multi-state payroll environment is a plus.
At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.
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