Payroll Accounting Manager

YearlyHighgate 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.www.highgate.comHighgate Corporate Offices Irving, TXThe Payroll Accounting Manager will be responsible for taking ownership of all payroll related activities in regards to the general ledger. The performance of this position will be primarily measured by how successful we are in the ensuring that all entries and reconciliations are completed. Prepare and post ledger entries with earnings and deductionsPrepare and post accrued payroll, vacation, annual bonuses, and severanceInitiate wire transfers and ACH payments for any off cycle manual payroll, if neededReconciles payroll-related general ledger accounts monthly and ensures reconciliations are completed timely and accuratelyPrepare and maintain accounting files, records, and schedulesProduces ad hoc and recurring payroll reportingPrepare and post entries to bill out allocated compensation to managed propertiesServes as a point of contact for compensation related queries Evaluate processes and procedural documents for increased efficiencies and opportunities for continuous improvementFacilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditorsDocument and update payroll proceduresPrepare and post entries of medical benefits allocationsAssists with compensation forecasting and annual budgetsAssists Payroll dept and HR with GL mapping of deductions and earnings codesBachelor’s Degree in Accounting requiredPrior real estate or hospitality experience preferredProficiency with Excel requiredProficient with Oracle accounting systems preferredProficient with ADP and/or Ceridian Dayforce preferredStrong organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervisionA strong desire to develop into a future finance and accounting leader within a dynamic organization

Created: 2026-02-23