HR & Payroll Specialist

HYATT REGENCY ZADAR
The hotel will be located at Zadar's landmark Maraska building on the waterfront and will be within walking distance of the city's famous Sea Organ, an experimental instrument that plays music through the movement of sea waves. Hyatt Regency Zadar will be a great launching pad for travelers visiting Croatia's Dalmatian coast, the Roman and Venetian ruins, and famous national parks, including Plitvice Lakes, Zadar Archipelago and Kornati National Park.
Hyatt Regency Zadar will deliver on the modern expectations of today's travelers and meeting planners. The 130-room hotel will feature authentic food and beverage offerings that will build off the Hyatt Regency brand's history of culinary excellence. The hotel will serve as the perfect venue for a variety of events such as weddings, social banquets, exhibitions, meetings, and conferences. Additionally, the hotel will offer a fitness center, spa and an outdoor swimming pool.
At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry.
The HR & Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing all administrative tasks related to personnel management and payroll processing within the hotel. This position combines HR administration with payroll responsibilities, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee records, employment contracts, attendance, and salaries.
• Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accurate calculations of wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions, in compliance with local tax and labor laws.
• Prepare and issue pay-slips, tax reports, and other payroll-related documents.
• Provide guidance and support to employees regarding payroll, benefits, and employment-related queries, fostering positive employee relations.
• Manage administrative aspects of employee relations, including contract preparation, onboarding, and maintaining up-to-date personnel files.
• Enter and maintain organizational and job data in consultation with the Director of Human Resources.
• Monitor and record employee sick leave, vacation time, and other absences.
• Administer residence and work permits for employees as needed.
• Cooperate with external authorities and offices, such as employment services, pension funds, health insurance, and tax authorities.
• Maintain and update internal HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws, data protection regulations (GDPR), and hotel standards.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all HR and payroll data.
• Proficient use of HRMS and payroll software to manage employee records and payroll processing efficiently.
• Contribute to the alignment of HR and payroll practices with the hotel's overall business strategy and operational goals.