Payroll Intermediate Analyst - Hybrid

Citibank; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Payroll Intermediate Analyst to ensure accurate payroll tax operations for executives. This role emphasizes compliance with U.S. and Canada tax regulations, focusing on complex compensation elements. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and attention to detail, working collaboratively across teams to meet payroll deadlines. You'll be responsible for implementing procedures, resolving discrepancies, and supporting audits. If you're ready to tackle complex challenges and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 2-5 years relevant experience in payroll tax operations.
• In-depth knowledge of executive compensation and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform business analysis for executive tax compliance and processing.
• Ensure accurate payroll processing for executive employees.
• Support audits and inquiries from stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Understanding of U.S. and Canada Tax Regulations

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Payroll Intermediate Analyst – Executive Tax is a developing professional role with a focus on delivering accurate and compliant payroll tax operations for senior leadership and executive employees. The role requires a strong understanding of U.S. and Canada tax regulations with an emphasis on executive compensation elements such as equity, deferred compensation, moving expenses, imputed income, multinational and multi-state tax requirements and fringe benefits. This position demands analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to apply professional judgement in interpreting tax law and payroll data. It involves collaboration with cross-functional teams including HR, Legal, Corporate Tax, Global Mobility and Equity Compensation. The role also supports reoccurring and ad-hoc audits from internal and external auditors. It is expected that the Payroll Intermediate Analyst – Executive Tax deals with most problems independently and has some latitude to solve complex problems. This role has responsibility for ensuring payroll deadlines are met consistently for the bi-weekly and monthly reporting cycles as well as the high-volume and complex processing cycles for Bonuses, Stock Vests and Year-End tax reporting.

Responsibilities:

• The Payroll Intermediate Analyst – Executive Tax performs business analysis for HR and Payroll operations organization with a specialized focus on executive tax compliance and processing.
• Ensure payroll processing and tax activities for executive employees are completed accurately and in alignment with established payroll cutoff dates.
• Creates and implements internal procedures and business requirements.
• Creates and manages the business analysis and documentation of system change specifications.
• Resolves discrepancies with technical and/or business personnel, implements corrective measures, and retests as needed.
• Makes complex ideas simple and easy to grasp through clear communication.
• Interprets data and makes recommendations. Breaks down information in a systematic and communicable manner.
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Acts as SME to support audits and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating a 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:

• 2-5 years relevant experience
• 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 or equivalent experience

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Services

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Job Family:

Payroll

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$58,656.00 - $78,180.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

May 06, 2025

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