Human Resources - US Payroll Processing Analyst

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. Manila PayOps is seeking a Payroll Cash Management Analyst to support US payroll validation and reporting. You will work with US and India teams, leveraging payroll systems and Excel to ensure accuracy and timeliness while upholding SOX controls and data confidentiality.

The role offers exposure to payroll, cash management, and automation initiatives (Alteryx, Pega) to enhance controls and efficiency in a global context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1+ year of payroll/cash/finance ops experience with reconciliations.
• Experience or aptitude in reconciliations and resolving items.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy for audits and reports.
• Experience with control execution and audit evidence.
• Familiarity with payroll/finance systems; strong Excel for analysis.
• Clear communicator; able to work with global teams (US/India).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate US payroll transactions and reports.
• Perform SOX-aligned payroll control activities and reconcile to GL.
• Reconcile payroll cash transactions to bank statements.
• Maintain documentation to support audits and controls.
• Prepare payroll cash management reporting and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with US and India teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Payroll operations

Reconciliations

SOX controls

Data accuracy

Excel skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business

Tools

Oracle HCM Payroll

Alteryx

Pega

Job description

Job Description:

Join our Manila PayOps team and launch your career in global payroll operations. You will gain hands‑on experience supporting US payroll, collaborating with colleagues in the US and India, and working with leading payroll and automation tools.

Job Summary

As a Payroll Cash Management Analyst in the Manila PayOps team, you will support the accurate and timely review and validation of US payroll transactions and payroll reports.

Job responsibilities

• Review and validate payroll transactions and payroll reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform SOX‑aligned payroll control activities, including reconciling payroll reports to GL postings and investigating variances.
• Reconcile payroll‑related cash transactions to bank statements and support timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Maintain documentation and evidence to support audit readiness and payroll control compliance.
• Prepare and deliver payroll cash management reporting, metrics, and reconciliations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with US and India teams to resolve payroll, GL, and cash breaks and share best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to automation initiatives (e.g., Alteryx, Pega) to enhance controls and efficiency.
• Uphold data confidentiality and integrity when handling payroll, banking, and employee‑related data.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field.
• Demonstrate 1+ year of experience in payroll operations, cash/treasury operations, finance operations, or HR shared services, with hands‑on exposure to reconciliations and reporting.
• Demonstrate experience (or strong aptitude) in performing reconciliations, including reconciling payroll‑related cash transactions to bank statements and researching/resolving reconciling items.
• Exhibit strong attention to detail and data accuracy, with the ability to identify breaks, perform root‑cause analysis, and drive issues to resolution.
• Demonstrate experience (or strong aptitude) for control execution and maintaining evidence/documentation to support audits and compliance requirements.
• Show familiarity with payroll and/or financial systems (e.g., Oracle HCM Payroll or similar), and strong Excel skills for reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting.
• Communicate clearly and work collaboratively across global teams and stakeholders (Payroll, HR, Finance, Treasury), including partnering with teams in the US and India.
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining high quality and control discipline.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance when handling payroll, banking, and employee‑related data.
• Display basic knowledge of automation/workflow tools (e.g., Alteryx, Pega) or willingness to learn and contribute to automation and process improvement initiatives.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience supporting US payroll operations, including understanding of key US payroll regulations and compliance considerations.
• Experience performing payroll‑to‑GL reconciliations, including investigation and resolution of variances.
• Experience working in a large corporate environment with standardized controls, governance, and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Experience with payroll automation projects.
• Certification in payroll or HR systems.
• HR/HRIS coursework or exposure is a plus.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission‑based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions.

These benefits include

• comprehensive health care coverage
• on‑site health and wellness centers
• a retirement savings plan
• backup childcare
• tuition reimbursement
• mental health support
• financial coaching and more

We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

Human Resources plays a critical role in driving the employee experience, shaping the firm’s culture and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are a strategic partner to the business — working with leaders across the firm to hire, develop and retain the best people and help meet business goals. Together, we foster a work environment in which our people are supported, feel like they belong and are able to make an impact through their work. We develop and deliver a suite of products and services that help make JPMorgan Chase an employer of choice and drive our business forward.