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Our conservation work even takes place outside the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. From accounting and engineering to marketing and science, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance offers career opportunities in many fields. Apply now, and get started on a career that makes a difference.

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Learn more about the the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employment experience. We share feedback from dozens of employees.

While encouraging you to put your passion for wildlife to work, we offer team members an array of comprehensive health, financial, and recreational benefits to help them maintain a good work/life balance.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal opportunity for all employees and prospective employees.

Many opportunities are available to move around, move up, learn, and grow within the organization. Learn more about a few areas where you may want to start your career with us.

Perks & Discounts

As part of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance team, you can take pride in knowing that you are working toward creating a world where all life thrives. Along with knowing that your paycheck comes from making a difference, you’ll also enjoy amazing Team Member Benefits:

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family passes and complimentary tickets
• In-house discounts on merchandise and dining
• Free employee parking
• Work on grounds, with our amazing wildlife!

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When it comes to adding to our team, there are some characteristics that SDZWA is looking for. The Alliance is seeking team members who are:

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• At least 16 years of age.

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Ready to make an impact? Join the world’s leading conservation and hospitality company that’s hell-bent on protecting the world’s most iconic wild destinations. We pride ourselves in our warm and nurturing work culture. And believe in investing in the growth of all our wilderness staff, through training and mentorship programmes. Have a look at our vacancies and get in touch.

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Our core values

We are Wilderness. We are ethical, humble, inclusive and respectful; wholeheartedly committed to delivering warm, authentic hospitality; all for our collective purpose: to expand the world’s wilderness, together. Our values are a reflection of the unique Wilderness culture we’ve all helped to build.

Passionate about hospitality

We are dedicated to offering authentic service and delivering the warmest hospitality with passion and great pride as we share our incredible wild places with all who visit us - whether we are welcoming guests, working alongside colleagues or collaborating with partners, communities or governments.

Purpose-driven

We exist to expand the world’s wilderness. Everything we do underpins this purpose – from selling journeys, hosting guests and building camps to supporting communities and protecting wildlife. We are always on the lookout for new ways to increase and improve our positive impact. It's this deep commitment to making a difference that fuels everything we do.

This isn’t just a job, it’s our life’s work. Every day we set out to earn and retain the trust that has been built over four decades, on a foundation of honesty, transparency, integrity and respect - for our environment and everyone we interact with, while always seeking the truth and the best for our collective.

Pioneering leaders

From humble beginnings in 1983 – just two passionate safari guides in Botswana, one vehicle and a few rustic tents – we have grown to become Africa’s leading conservation and hospitality company, with over 3,000 dedicated employees, and more than 60 camps in 8 countries. Four decades later, our pioneering spirit continues to steer, guide and inspire all who work here.

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Let’s plan your next journey

When we say we’re there every step of the way, we mean it, literally. From planning the perfect circuit, to private inter-camp transfers on Wilderness Air, and easing you through Customs. We’re with you on the ground, at your side, 24-7, from start to finish. Ready to take the road less travelled? Contact our Travel Designers to plan an unforgettable journey.

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We are always on the look-out for dedicated and passionate people to join our team.

If you are highly motivated, have good attention to detail and a genuine enthusiasm for Africa, then we would love to hear from you.

Our specialist consultants spend at least 5-6 weeks a year in Africa, usually spread over 3 separate trips, but these ‘educationals’ are not holidays – the amount of ‘product’ out there these days quells any notion of an easy life once you jump on a plane! However, this travelling is a lifeline to those of us who are passionate about the natural world and the great outdoors, and through the course of a career with us you will have no shortage of opportunity to quench your thirst for adventure! We passionately believe that expert knowledge is the cornerstone requirement for any specialist tour operator, which is why our specialists travel to Africa so regularly.

Our Sales Support team consists of finance, administration, flights and marketing departments which are all equally important to our success, working closely with our specialist consultants on individual bookings and frequently liaising with our customers and suppliers in Africa. Though openings in these areas are less frequent, please do get in touch if you would like to be considered for a role with us.

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Safari guides are adventure tour guides who take guests into the wilds of African nations like Kenya, Botswana, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Congo, Namibia, South Africa, or Uganda. This unique form of eco-tourism brings guests into the wilds of Africa to experience and photograph wildlife.

Safari guides work in remote and diverse African game parks that cover thousands of square miles. Guests are often flown in by prop plane. Then under the watchful eye of a safari guide donning khaki belted bush jackets and pith helmets, they are off in search of wild animals.

Safaris are one of life’s finest adventures. Armed only with a rifle, a camera, and a selection of vaccinations, safari guides and their groups may move on foot or in a lion-proof Land Rover – traveling from lodge to lodge or tent to tent. They never now what might be across the next river crossing, around the next ancient tree, or lurking over the horizon.

People from all over the world flock to places like Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park, or Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park to experience a safari. Their goal is to photograph buffalo, hippos, tigers, rhinos, alligators, antelopes, and other exotic creatures in their natural habitat.

With any luck, they’ll spot a leopard lounging in a tree, a mountain gorilla enjoying the peace of the forests, a cheetah chasing a hyena, a herd of elephants protecting their turf, or the mighty king of the jungle finishing breakfast. It’s an unforgettable experience.

The only way guests can experience these incredible wildlife moments is with the guidance of a professional safari guide. Besides keeping guests safe, safari guides are intimately knowledgeable about the landscape and surroundings. This can enhance the safari experience by providing details about animals, geography, flora and fauna, native customs, inhabitants, and safety.

Being a safari guide requires a cool demeanor, excellent guest service skills, and a sixth sense that can read what an animal is thinking. While the goal of the guests is to see as many animals as possible, the goal of the guide is to keep the guests safe at all times.

Safari guides work long hours for weeks on end. It’s a demanding job and guides are responsible around the clock. The reward of the job is being outdoors amongst some of the largest and most impressive creatures on Earth – and sharing that with others.

If you want to find work as a safari guide, you need to be certified. This is the only way that the big safari companies, game lodges, wildlife reserves, and national parks will consider hiring you. Most safari guides earn their certification through the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa or other field guide certifying bodies. Aspiring safari guides will learn theoretical and practical knowledge in classrooms and via shadowing opportunities.

During training, guides become familiar with rifle handling, dangerous game orientation, trail guiding, 4×4 driving, birding specialties, game drives, wildlife photography, tracking, bush navigation, first aid, and other tips and techniques. Both their life and their guest’s lives depend on these skills.

Safari guide jobs are very competitive. The allure of large animals, wild adventures, stunning scenery, and the romance of Africa will make any cubicle warrior drool with envy. Before you quit your day job, do your research. Safari guides typically only make $40 per day plus room, board, and tips. Pay depends on guests, country, employer, experience, reputation, and other factors.

Do you want to find a safari guide job? You’ll work with a global cast of guests in some of the world’s most stunning locations. It can be a dangerous job, but for a safari guide, the risk is worth the reward.

Quick Facts About Safari Guide Careers

Job Title: Safari Guide aka Field Guide aka Game Ranger Office: Diverse game reserves in Africa Description: Guiding guests through the wilds of Africa for wildlife sightseeing Certifications/Education: Certification and training Necessary Skills: Calm, Personable, Safety-conscious Potential Employers: Safari Companies, Private Game Lodges Pay: $40 per day plus tips

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General Manager – Lodges – Wilderness Safari

Job description.

Proudly born and bred in Botswana 40 years ago, Wilderness remains dedicated to pioneering authentic and sustainable ecotourism in Africa, whilst making a positive impact on conservation, and driving community empowerment. By doing this, the company helps to protect more than 2.5 million hectares of pristine wilderness areas.

Wilderness Botswana is inviting like-minded people who suit the below criteria to apply for the exciting career opportunities and to join this remarkable company to help drive positive change in Africa through high-end ecotourism.

GENERAL MANAGER- LODGES

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, the incumbent provides leadership and management of the lodges and works closely with General Manager-Hospitality and other heads of department to maintain the company values in all camps and lodges to achieve the company goals. The GM Lodges coordinates other services to the lodges to ensure quality service delivery by all lodges within agreed financial forecast.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Contribute to the development of the Company Strategic Plan and risk management framework
• Provide consistent leadership and guidance to the managers in the concessions/lodges to achieve the company goals
• Identify skills and competency gaps within the Lodge management teams and organize, coordinate and oversee on the job skills and competency development to achieve business requirements in line with the human resources development strategy and plan.
• Build and establish a high-performance team, with cohesive teamwork and a culture of support the ‘Wilderness Way.’ Implement corrective action on the organizational health assessment to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• Manage change effectively to avoid disruption of business.
• Plan, develop and coordinate implementation of automation of systems to attain efficiency targets and productivity outcomes.
• Oversee procurement in the Lodges to make sure its effective and efficient, eliminating waste, incorrect purchasing and theft.
• Facilitate the customer satisfaction surveys in all the lodges to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
• Review customer feedback and drive implementation of corrective measures.
• Coordinate the assessment, review and mitigation of operational risks in all operations at the lodges and in the department Review all regulatory compliance requirements to ensure full compliance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Business Management or relevant field.
• A post qualification diploma in a relevant field would be an added advantage.
• CPD in leadership/Governance/finance/Management
• Minimum of 10 years in a similar position, of which at least two years (3) is at a senior management level.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Influential; ability to motivate and direct teams for excellence. High integrity.
• Ability to manage diversity in terms of gender, sociocultural diversity
• Analytical and numerical skills: understanding of business numbers and financial models.
• Results orientated.
• Project management expert
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• High level of organizational skills and attention to detail Decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• High Emotional intelligence

Closing Date: 07 July 2023

Candidates who meet the above requirements can apply by following this link:

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Job Description

Our client, a well-established Hospitality organisation, is recruiting a well-qualified, experienced, and motivated General Manager to manage one of their properties situated in Zimbabwe’s largest natural national park. This position will suit an individual who is looking for growth and a fresh challenge in the tourism sector in Zimbabwe.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares budget plans for costs and revenue and is responsible for controlling costs and generating the revenue as per these budgets. • Ensures that profit margins are maintained, or exceeded, without adversely affecting quality, in all departments. • Ensures the efficient running of the Front Office department achieving maximum room occupancy and guest satisfaction. • In conjunction with departmental managers, sets standards and establishes procedures and systems for departments. • Ensures that the hotel complies with all government legislation eg. Employment, liquor licences etc. • Promotes the establishment through various organisations and develops a marketing plan which maximises all business opportunities. • Establishes contact with guests on a daily basis to obtain feedback on quality of service offered. • Uses feedback information received from guests and from routine evaluation and inspection procedures to improve service, maintain high standards and minimise guest complaints.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a Diploma in Hotel and Catering Operations. • A Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Catering Operations or equivalent. • 8 plus years’ experience as a General Manager in reputable resort hotels. • Experience in managing a multi-cultural African environment. • Sales/Marketing/PR skills. • Good logistical, planning and organisational skills. • Social and Digital Media skills would be beneficial. • Good HR and people skills. • A Financial background would be a bonus. • Proficient in written and spoken English. Knowledge of other languages will be an added advantage.

• have a passion for the outdoors, wildlife, and nature. • have a passion for ALL animals, not only the big five. • be able to work in a remote, eco-tourism environment. • be a great leader, smart thinker, and team motivator. • possess a can-do guest pleasing attitude. • be an outgoing people’s person. • be well-presented and up for a challenge.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested? Please email your CV to [email protected]. Closing Date is the 11th of August 2021.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Only candidates with suitable qualifications will be considered.

*Please note, if you have not received notice of being a shortlisted candidate within 2 weeks of the advertisement date then deem the application as unsuccessful.

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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region.  SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation. 

We are seeking candidates for the position of Project Manager (7131) - Communications and Signals in the MOW/Communications and Signals department.   

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The Project Manager position requires an extensive background in Engineering and construction, as well as knowledge of business practices.

Manages all aspects of 3rd party and in-house projects, as assigned by the Director of Engineering, to ensure that project planning, design, implementation and completion meet the requirements and needs of SEPTA and the requirements of all the agencies, governments, special interest groups and the general public to which SEPTA is responsible.

The Project Manager plans, develops, coordinates and directs a large and important projects or a number of smaller projects, and would have the responsibility of managing a multi-discipline project management team. He may also manage a small research or investigative project with a complex or novel issue requiring development of new or improved techniques and procedures.

The Project Manager must come in contact with many people at higher organizational levels, both within SEPTA and outside the Authority. His/Her contacts include Department Managers and General Superintendents within SEPTA, as well as consultant/contractor firms' Assistant Vice Presidents, and Federal, State, City, and local government officials. He/She must possess the ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner.

• Consults with senior management in developing on-going railway improvement programs, by formulating conceptual project plans and specifications so as to best allow for simultaneous multi-discipline improvements and conformance to applicable funding agency requirements. 
• Prepares budgets, schedules, program, and force account plans for proposed projects. 
• Prepares Requests for Proposals, manage consultant contracts, and coordinate design concepts and reviews with Operations Departments. 
• Provides liaison with appropriate Federal, State, City and local government agencies and SEPTA to coordinate design requirements with consultant design. 
• May represent the Authority with Special Interest Groups or local committees, and present designs at public meetings. 
• Has responsibility for maintaining, forecasting, and maintaining budgets and manpower requirements. 
• Directs the project management team during the design construction and/or procurement stages of a project. This includes project management, construction management, and coordination with government agencies and SEPTA Operations Departments. 
• Monitors progress, performance of consultants and contractors. 
• Consults with supervision concerning unusual problems and developments on administrative and policy matters. 
• Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of a team of engineers/architects and construction inspectors. Estimates manpower needs and schedules and assigns work to meet schedules. 
• The Project Manager applies intensive and diversified knowledge of principals and practices in broad areas of engineering and construction assignments. He/She must make decisions independently in resolving engineering problems and construction issues. He/She may act as an individual researcher on specific issues. 
• Responsible for the development and review of project management training and seminars within his/her discipline. 
• Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.
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• B. S. Degree in Engineering, and eight (8) years of progressively engineering employment  experience, or an equivalent combination of engineering and project management, or related experience in construction is required.
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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
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Payroll Manager Job Description: What They Do and Why You Need One

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Fast and accurate payroll processing  is an integral part of any growing business . Employees want to get paid on time, and businesses want to make sure they’re staying compliant with payroll regulations and taxes. That’s why small businesses hire an employee to do the job using a payroll manager job description. 

Payroll managers play an essential role, ensuring that employees get paid correctly and that the employer isn’t over- or under-paying employees and payroll taxes. As your team grows with your business, these details become more complex and difficult to keep track of.

So how should a growing business hire a payroll manager who can navigate all the intricacies required of this important role? It starts with a great job description. Let’s take a closer look at what a payroll manager does and how you can attract the best candidates with a top-notch job description.

Onboard employees, track their time, and pay them — all in one place.

What does a payroll manager do?

As the name implies, a payroll manager is responsible for handling all aspects of the payroll process. They keep payroll documentation up-to-date, organized, and accurate while focusing on compliance with legal and tax requirements. This position requires a thorough understanding of payroll rules and software, along with organizational and leadership skills to collaborate with departments and streamline procedures.

But being a payroll manager isn’t just about running payroll . They’re also responsible for the entire payroll process , including managing timekeeping systems, overseeing payroll transactions, choosing and maintaining payroll software, collaborating with HR and other accounting staff, and resolving any payroll-related issues that may arise.

Should a company face an audit, the payroll manager plays a key role in working with auditors to ensure compliance. In larger companies, the payroll manager often oversees a team of payroll specialists, but smaller companies tend to only need one or two on staff.

What to consider when hiring a payroll manager. 

There’s more to just number crunching when it comes to being a payroll manager. Here are few things to look for in a candidate.

• Good with numbers: This is the basic requirement for this job. Payroll managers need to have a high aptitude for math and have other numerical skills.
• Knowledge of compliance: While compliance can be learned, the ideal candidate will already have a solid working knowledge of the payroll rules and regulations on a federal, state, and local level.
• Communication skills: Despite being a numbers-based role, payroll managers often need to be able to explain how payroll works in plain language when talking to employees and leadership.
• Confidentiality and discretion: Payroll managers have access to a lot of sensitive personal and business information. They also may be privy to confidential conversations relating to employees. You need someone who is not going to share anything inappropriately with employees, as well as anyone outside the organization.
• Timeliness: Employees expect to be paid on time, and businesses often need payroll to be processed in a timely manner to avoid cash flow crunches. The payroll manager’s job is to ensure payroll is processed on time, every time. 
• Eye for detail: There are many details that go into accurate payroll calculations. With employees coming and going, shift swaps and changes, PTO, and other factors impacting the amount on an employee’s paystub, it’s essential for payroll managers to be detail-oriented.
• People skills: Everyone expects to be paid by payday, but problems arise from time to time. Payroll managers need to have good people skills to be able to address employee concerns in a way that doesn’t exacerbate difficult situations.
• Administrative skills: While not the most glamorous task, a good portion of payroll is doing admin work. Payroll managers should feel comfortable doing repetitive, but necessary tasks.
• Familiarity with payroll software: As small businesses shift increasingly to using payroll software rather than doing manual payroll, your payroll manager candidate should be ready to work with the tools of the trade. 

In addition to these skills, it’s also a good idea to hire someone who has shown initiative and can be proactive. Payroll managers should be able to self-direct their tasks without having a manager remind them what to do and when to do it.

Key interview questions to ask a payroll manager candidate.

Attracting the best candidates with a clear job description is important. But you’ll still need to get a sense of their capabilities and personality during the interview process. Here are a few questions to ask to help you find the candidate who’s the best fit for your business:

Personal information and background. 

• Tell us a bit about yourself! 
• What kind of payroll management experience or other relevant experience do you have?
• What’s a project or achievement you’re proud of?

Payroll skills and knowledge.

• Tell us about your experiences processing payroll.
• What payroll or HR software have you used? 
• What is FICA and how do you calculate it? 
• What are some examples of voluntary and involuntary deductions?
• What types of benefits are taxable? 

How have you handled mistakes when calculating payroll?

Current or previous position.

• Tell us about your work background and how it applies to this position. What payroll certifications do you have? 
• Tell us about a time when you faced a big work challenge. How did you overcome it?
• What type of work environment do you thrive in?
• How would your previous teammates describe you? Your last manager?
• How well do you work under pressure, such as payroll deadlines?
• How do you deal with conflict? When a dispute over payroll arises, how do you respond?

Your business and the open position.

• What drew you to working with our business?
• What areas of expertise or skills make you the right candidate for this position?
• What skills or expertise are you hoping to develop, and how would you achieve that in this position?
• Do you see an opportunity for growing our business that you can help realize? How would you approach that?
• What are you hoping to get out of this job?

Payroll manager job description template.

Attracting the ideal candidates for a payroll manager role will largely depend on putting out a comprehensive job description. Here’s a sample payroll manager job description that you can use to guide and assist you in finding the best person for your business.

Feel free to use this job description, but remember to adapt it to your own business and requirements!

Sample payroll manager job description.

Ready to hire your next payroll manager? We’ve created a sample job description to help you present payroll manager job responsibilities and attract great candidates.

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We’re looking for our next payroll manager!

Our organization is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented payroll manager to oversee our payroll operations. As a payroll manager, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining compliance with labor laws and regulations, and managing payroll-related systems and processes.

Our payroll managers play a crucial role in maintaining employee satisfaction and organizational compliance. If you have a strong background in payroll administration, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy, you might be just the payroll manager we’re looking for.

What you’ll do: Duties & responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payment of employees
• Manage and train payroll staff
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
• Administer and maintain payroll systems and software
• Process and reconcile payroll-related entries, including wages, salaries, bonuses, deductions, and garnishments
• Prepare and file payroll tax returns and other required reports
• Conduct internal audits to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee inquiries
• Implement and maintain payroll policies and procedures
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments on payroll-related matters
• Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and tax laws
• Generate and analyze payroll reports for management
• Manage year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and distribution

Who you are:

• Experienced: You have significant experience in payroll administration and management
• Detail-oriented: You have a keen eye for accuracy and can manage complex numerical data
• Analytical: You can interpret data and solve payroll-related problems efficiently
• Organized: You can manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently
• Communicator: You have excellent interpersonal skills to interact with employees at all levels
• Ethical: You maintain the highest level of confidentiality with sensitive payroll information
• Tech-savvy: You’re proficient with payroll software and systems
• Proactive: You anticipate issues and implement solutions before problems arise
• Continuous learner: You stay updated on payroll regulations and best practices

Who we are: What to expect

• We value accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all our financial operations
• We are committed to providing excellent service to our employees
• Our team meetings focus on process improvement and staying ahead of regulatory changes
• We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development
• We provide a supportive work environment that recognizes the importance of work-life balance

In addition to being detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized, a payroll manager must be able to meet the following skill-based responsibilities to be a great match for this position:

• Proficiency in payroll software and systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, or similar)
• Strong understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws
• Excellent knowledge of payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements
• Ability to manage and reconcile high-volume payroll processing
• Skill in developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures
• Experience in managing and mentoring payroll staff
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in data analysis and report generation
• Knowledge of general accounting principles
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Commitment to continuous improvement of payroll processes

How to apply, and what happens next

[Include specific application instructions and next steps in the hiring process]

How to hire the best payroll manager.

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The same tool you use to onboard your new payroll manager is the one they can use to manage your payroll. Homebase has robust time tracking and scheduling tools so that your hourly team can log hours with ease. Your data can be automatically integrated into either our payroll tool or other payroll systems, but we support exports as well.

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Consultant - Forensics - National - ASU - Forensics - Investigations & Compliance - Mumbai

Job description.

Requisition Id : 1513187

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom. At EY, we don't just focus on who you are now, but who you can become. We believe that it’s your career and ‘It’s yours to build’ which means potential here is limitless and we'll provide you with motivating and fulfilling experiences throughout your career to help you on the path to becoming your best professional self.

The opportunity : Consultant-National-Forensics-ASU - Forensics - Investigations & Compliance - Mumbai

Your key responsibilities

Technical Excellence

Your key responsibilities • Execution on client engagement - ensuring quality delivery as per engagement letter. • Ensure compliance with risk management strategies, plans and activities of the firm. • Understand business & industry issues / trends. Identify areas requiring improvement in the client’s business processes to enable preparation of recommendations. • Demonstrate an application and solution-based approach to the problem solving technique. The same can be utilized for research on delivery of solutions.  • Review of working papers and client folders. Suggest ideas on improving engagement productivity and identify opportunities for improving client service. • Manage the engagement budgets and support superiors in developing marketing collaterals, business proposals and new solution / methodology development.

Your people responsibilities: • Contribute to effective team work in internal engagement situation • Support knowledge sharing efforts and continually improves processes so that the work team can capture and leverage knowledge

Skills and attributes for success • Good presentation skills, communication skills, aggressive at work, people friendly, and team player

Skills and attributes

To qualify for the role you must have Qualification

• Chartered Accountant / Certified Internal Auditor / Masters in Business Administration / Certified Fraud Examiner / LLB

• Required 1 to 6 years of post—qualification experience in Forensic Investigation, Risk Advisory, Internal Audits, Process Diagnostics Reviews , and allied areas.

• Preferred - Experience with any of the Big 4 firms / Tier 2 firms and / or large Corporate Internal Audit teams will be preferred

• Preferred - Experience with Manufacturing/ FMCG/ Pharmaceuticals sectors will be preferred

What we look for

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful and able to sustain postivie energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach. 

What we offer

With more than 200,000 clients, 300,000 people globally and 33,000 people in India, EY has become the strongest brand and the most attractive employer in our field, with market-leading growth over compete. Our people work side-by-side with market-leading entrepreneurs, game- changers, disruptors and visionaries. As an organisation, we are investing more time, technology and money, than ever before in skills and learning for our people. At EY, you will have a personalized Career Journey and also the chance to tap into the resources of our career frameworks to better know about your roles, skills and opportunities.

EY is equally committed to being an inclusive employer and we strive to achieve the right balance for our people - enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing our people to build their career as well as focus on their wellbeing.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

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Real Estate Manager

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience.   Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The REM is a leader within the broader Development team. The REM will establish and execute a real estate development plan in their designated geography. They are a person who has the confidence of management to develop people, manage other members of the Triad in addition to outside brokers and consultants and demonstrates the strategic thinking that is needed to continue to grow at Chipotle. The REM is responsible for supervising the project from identifying the real estate project to opening of the restaurant.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage more than 20 new real estate projects each year while working with other members of the Triad in overseeing projects from REAT approval to opening, ensure all phases of projects are expedited and risks minimized, controlling the critical path of all transactions.
• Negotiate business terms and conditions of contracts with a variety of landlords from small investors to REITs while maintaining on-going communication with attorneys on contract status. Demonstrates a strong understanding of economic implications of all negotiated terms.  Oversee and manage each deal from initial market plan through LOI to opening.
• Perform market research, both formal & informal, to assess real estate site opportunities while ensuring alignment with Development Director on trade area priorities. Ensure all real estate data in Chipotle’s project management system is up to date and accurate.
• Triad leader overseeing work of other Dev team members (design & construction) as required by the business.
• Oversee and manage numerous broker relationships including site prioritization, negotiation guidance and related site tour reporting.
• Deliver executive level presentations to Chipotle’s real estate ELT sub-committee to gain approval for proposed new restaurant deals. Prior to executive approval, organize and present market tours with the CDO, Development Director and Operations leadership.
• Manage and develop a regional and market level plan by collaborating with Operations leadership. A market plan encompasses a multi-year outlook for existing and new restaurant development. Present plans annually at the cross functional Market Planning meetings.  Maintain close communications with Operations partners throughout the new store development process.
• Provide necessary direction & support for issues related to re-zoning, variances, and other technical real estate development issues.
• Represent Chipotle in industry settings, such as local/regional/national ICSC events; stay abreast of real estate issues and developments within the REM's region and within the industry.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• BA/BS or an equivalent in education and experience in real estate, finance, or GIS
• Real Estate & Finance Degree Preferred
• 5-8 Years of experience in field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with successful QSR real estate site selection in the designated region
• Able to effectively manage people.
• Expert knowledge of and ability to use a PC and MS Office Suite.  
• Have excellent written & verbal communication skills. 
• Can work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. 
• Be highly organized and able to multi-task.  
• Able to work independently with attention to detail, accuracy, documentation and follow-thru.
• Moderate overnight travel, heavy travel within territory

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has over 3,000 restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants. Chipotle is ranked on the Fortune 500 and is recognized on the 2022 list for Fortune's Most Admired Companies. With over 100,000 employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit www.chipotle.com

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $105,000-$191,000. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more.   Visit https://jobs.chipotle.com/benefits

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability

Primary Location: Washington - Seattle - 0578 - The Ave.-(00578)

Work Location: 0578 - The Ave.-(00578) 4229 University Way NE Seattle 98105

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