Student Assistant

COWI A/S; Kongens Lyngby; On-site; DKK 154,209 - 205,612; Part time

Job summary

COWI A/S in Kongens Lyngby is looking for a Student Assistant to work within the Payroll & People Master Data department. In this hybrid role, you will analyze salary data, ensure compliance in reporting, and assist with Payroll Operations.

This position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and the capability to handle confidential information. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in finance or auditing with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Involved in financial management and auditing studies.
• Strong numerical skills and understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze salary and employee data for organizational insights.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in reporting.
• Monitor time registration processes for adherence to policies.
• Coordinate communication during organizational changes.
• Perform account reconciliations to maintain integrity.
• Support Payroll Operations.

Skills

Financial management and auditing interest

Strong numerical skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Confidential information handling

Excel proficiency

Proficient English communication

Education

Studying at a university

Job description

Student Assistant - Payroll & People Master Data

Lyngby, Hybrid

In this role, you will join our team of experts and work closely with our Payroll & People Master Data department, combining your theoretical knowledge from your studies with various practical tasks. There will be a broad interface with the finance department and close collaboration with People and Organization colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough analysis of salary and employee data to identify trends, discrepancies, and insights that can inform organizational decisions.
• Develop and implement controls to ensure accuracy and compliance in reporting.
• Monitor time registration processes to ensure accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Assist in coordinating and communicating organizational changes, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and engaged in the transition process.
• Perform regular reconciliations of accounts, identifying discrepancies and providing clarifications as necessary to maintain integrity.
• Support Payroll Operations.

Qualifications

• Studying at a university with an interest in financial management or auditing.
• Good with numbers with a fair understanding of accounting principles.
• Highly structured with a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently while meeting deadlines.
• Experienced in handling confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Skilled in using Excel for data analysis and management.
• Proficient in written and spoken English, able to convey ideas clearly and effectively.
• The position is 15 hours a week but may be more in periods. Availability required in the Lyngby office.

Location and Working Hours

Lyngby office, hybrid arrangement. Position 15 hours a week, may be more in periods.

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