Payroll Intermediate Analyst - APAC Shift

Citigroup Inc.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Payroll Intermed Analyst to support HR and payroll operations in our Manila region. You will perform business analysis, document requirements, and help implement procedures to ensure accurate payroll processing.

The role requires strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with limited supervision. You will interact with stakeholders and uphold compliance with applicable policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years accounting working experience.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and presentations.
• In-depth knowledge of monitoring, assessing, analyzing and evaluating processes and data.
• Ability to identify policy gaps affecting payroll and controls.
• Solid experience in a related accounting/finance role.

Responsibilities

• Performs business analysis for HR and Payroll operations.
• Creates and implements internal procedures and business requirements.
• Documents system change specifications.
• Develops and executes user acceptance/test plans; retests as needed.
• Interprets data and makes recommendations.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members.
• Appropriately assess risk and escalate/control issues with transparency.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis

Policy gaps

Accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CPA certification preferred

Job description

The Payroll Intermed Analyst is a developing professional role. Deals with most problems independently and has some latitude to solve complex problems. Integrates in-depth specialty area knowledge with a solid understanding of industry standards and practices. Good understanding of how the team and area integrate with others in accomplishing the objectives of the subfunction/ job family. Applies analytical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and methodologies. Requires attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information. Typically deals with variable issues with potentially broader business impact. Applies professional judgment when interpreting data and results. Breaks down information in a systematic and communicable manner. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to exchange potentially complex/sensitive information. Moderate but direct impact through close contact with the businesses' core activities. Quality and timeliness of service provided will affect the effectiveness of own team and other closely related teams.

Responsibilities

• The Payroll Intermed Analyst performs business analysis for HR and Payroll operations organization.
• Creates and implements internal procedures and business requirements.
• Creates and manages the business analysis and documentation of system change specifications.
• Develops and implements user application test plans; Executes test plans and identifies discrepancies.
• Resolves discrepancies with technical and/or business personnel, implements corrective measures, and retests as needed.
• Interprets data and makes recommendations.
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• Min 4 years accounting working experience
• Proficient in Excel
• Proficient in Powerpoint presentation and creation
• In-depth specialty area knowledge in monitoring, assessing, analyzing and/or evaluating processes and data.
• Ability to identify policy gaps
• Solid working experience in a related role (combination of education/experience)

Education

• Bachelor's/University degree in Accountancy or equivalent experience

CPAis preferred.

Job Family Group:

Operations - Services

Job Family:

Payroll

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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