Accountant - Payment
JOB SUMMARY
The Accountant - Payment is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of day-to-day payment operations within the Shared Services environment.
This role focuses on processing payment runs, handling vendor payment queries, and ensuring adherence to established procedures, internal controls, and SLAs.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Primary Business Partners:
Accounts Payable (Invoicing Team)
Shared Services Center Leadership
Corporate and Regional Procurement Operation Team
Regional and Local Finance & Accounting teams
Interfaces With:
Operational and Commercial Teams
Internal and external auditors
3rd party vendors/contributors
Global Technology Support Teams
JOB SPECIFIC TASKS
Payment Operations
Prepare and execute payment runs (bank transfers, cheques, electronic platforms) accurately and within SLA timelines.
Validate payment proposals, ensuring:
Correct due dates
Appropriate approvals obtained
Compliance with payment controls and policies
Process urgent and ad-hoc payments with proper approval.
Monitor and follow up on payment rejections and bank errors, escalating where required.
Accounts Payable Processing Support
Support invoice readiness for payment (basic checks on completeness and accuracy).
Coordinate with invoice processing team to resolve issues impacting payment timelines.
Liaise with upstream teams to resolve issues that may delay payments.
Ensure invoices are processed accurately to avoid payment delays or penalties.
Vendor & Bank Management
Respond to vendor queries on payment status and remittance details.
Assist with sending payment remittance advice.
Support maintenance of vendor banking information following control procedures.
Reconciliation & Reporting
Perform basic payment and bank reconciliations.
Monitor overdue invoices and highlight issues.
Track payment performance against KPIs (on-time payment %, exception rates).
Shared Services Operations & Controls
Overall accountability for the shared services delivery of core financial processes
Adhere strictly to company policies, SOPs, and SOX controls.
Ensure complete documentation and audit trails for all transactions.
Escalate control gaps or unusual transactions.
Continuous Improvement & Transformation
Support process improvements and automation initiatives.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Preferred Education and Experience
Diploma / Degree in Accounting or Finance
1-3 years AP or finance operations experience
Basic knowledge of payment processing and ERP systems
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
COMPETENCIES, BASIC SKILLS, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Managing Execution
Driving for Results - Meets deadlines and delivers high-quality outputs.
Planning and Organizing - Prioritizes tasks effectively during close cycles.
Building Relationships
Collaboration - Works effectively across teams and geographies.
Customer Focus - Provides responsive support to internal stakeholders.
Learning and Applying Professional Expertise
P2P Knowledge - Applies AP processes and controls effectively
Continuous Improvement - Drives efficiency and automation
Business Acumen - Understands impact of AP on cash flow and operations
Marriott Vacations Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.