Job DescriptionThe Director AP/Payroll is responsible for overseeing the corporate Payroll and Accounts Payable departments for Genting Americas.Oversees companywide payroll and time and attendance systems.Oversees auditing of all invoices, purchase orders and receiving documents and assigning general ledger account numbers where necessary prior to payment. Ensures compliance with all department and company policies, procedures, internal controls and government regulations.Responsible for journal entries of payables and assists in month-end general ledger closing activities.Monitors the preparation of payroll journals and payroll input. Assigns work and responsibilities, directing employees, scheduling and training to ensure that the work group operates at maximum efficiency. Participates in the employee selection process, interviewing and recommending which candidates are hired. Sets performance standards for tasks, jobs and roles of their employees. Aligns individual performance expectations with organizational goals. Disciplines employees and issues corrective actions.Performs other duties as assigned. Essential Duties
- Ensures compliance with all department and company policies, procedures, internal controls and government regulations
- Develops and implements payroll and time-reporting procedures
- Ensures timely payment of employees and taxes
- Monitors and audits payroll data input and payroll runs
- Participates in annual payroll budgeting
- Reviews all requests for disbursement for proper authenticity and documentation
- Assigns general ledger account numbers to invoices prior to payment
- Makes journal entries of payables and assists in month-end general ledger closing
- Prioritizes invoice payments
- Performs training programs in payroll, general ledger, accounts payable and related topics
- Approves payment of invoices
- Attends periodic meetings and training sessions
- Works with the Human Resources Department to perform payroll audits to ensure employees are paid correctly
- Works with the Human Resources Department to ensure the payroll system is set up properly and is functioning as expected.
- Works with the Human Resources Department to keep up to date on changes to any union contract provision that affect payroll.
- Works with the Human Resources Department to keep up to date on any regulation changes that affect payroll
- Other duties & responsibilities as assigned
Job RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical and Mental Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, stretch, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Essential responsibilities include moderate physical ability such as lift or maneuver at least twenty-five (25) pounds, and varied instances of standing/walking. Language Skills:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, such as policy and procedure manuals, maintenance instructions, and other related documents.Ability to respond to common inquiries from other employees or guests. Fluency in English required, second language a plus. Ability to write detailed instructions and correspondence.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations.Mathematical Skills & Reasoning Ability:Ability to compute mathematical calculations. Ability to decipher various reports and maintains reports upon request. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that exists while employees are performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate. When on the property or some back of house areas, the noise level increases to loud. Must be able to interact with internal and external guests in a professional manner.Due to the unpredictable nature of the hospitality/entertainment industry, employees must be able to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property.Work/Educational Experience
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Possess a high school or equivalent diploma and have the ability to obtain the appropriate license pursuant to New York State Gaming Commission regulations
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field AND three (3) years' experience in a Manager level position
- OR Seven (7) years' experience in a Management level position
- OR Five (5) years' experience in a Management position within Resorts World
- Eight (8) years' related work experience
- Master's in Business Administration or equivalent advanced degree, preferred
- Six (6) years' related payroll work experience, preferably with Ultimate Software and/or Kronos
- Six (6) years' related AP work experience, preferably with RedRock Software
- Three (3) years' management level work experience actively supervising direct reports responsible for Payroll and AP
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)