Analyst US Payroll Tax

Emerson; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Payroll and Tax professional to join our global team in the Philippines. You will ensure payroll tax validation is accurate, perform audits, and support tax reporting to keep us compliant.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Business/Finance/Accounting, 1 year US payroll experience, proficiency in Excel and payroll systems, and strong communication. This is a 6-month fixed-term role with opportunities to learn in a global organization.

Qualifications

• 6 months fixed-term employment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting-related fields.
• 1 year of relevant US Payroll experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and payroll systems.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly payroll audits and month end reporting items.
• Ensure the accuracy of data extracted from Oracle, KBace, and other reporting tools.
• Analyze, reconcile, and resolve payroll tax discrepancies using data from payroll and reporting systems.
• Support month-end, quarterly, and annual payroll tax reporting and balancing activities.
• Prepare and maintain payroll-related reports, including Global HRIS billing and tax payment reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address issues, improve processes, and maintain high-quality service delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems

Job description

If you are a Payroll and Tax professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to accurate and compliant payroll tax operations within a global organization. You will ensure that payroll tax validation is done efficiently and accurately, and any discrepancies are reported and corrected in a timely manner.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Perform weekly payroll audits and month end reporting items.

• Ensure the accuracy of data extracted from Oracle, KBace, and other reporting tools.

• Analyze, reconcile, and resolve payroll tax discrepancies using data from payroll and reporting systems.

• Support month-end, quarterly, and annual payroll tax reporting and balancing activities.

• Prepare and maintain payroll-related reports, including Global HRIS billing and tax payment reports.

• Collaborate with internal teams to address issues, improve processes, and maintain high-quality service delivery.

Who You Are:

You consistently deliver high-quality results by focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You build effective partnerships and communicate clearly to resolve challenges and align solutions. You use data and analytical thinking to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and implement practical solutions. You adapt to changing priorities with a flexible mindset while maintaining accountability and attention to detail.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Must be open to take on a 6 months fixed-term employment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting-related courses.

• 1 year of relevant experience in US Payroll.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and any Payroll systems.

• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

• Flexibility adapting to changing priorities and work schedules.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• At least 1 year of ADP Smart Compliance knowledge is a plus.

Our Culture and Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.