Analyst, Payroll

Athena Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines Overview Join to apply for the Analyst, Payroll role at Athena . We empower exceptional talent with boundless opportunities to achieve more by pairing top executives with our clients and providing ongoing support throughout the journey. As part of the Athena team, you will have an opportunity to empower ambitious goals and contribute to the company’s financial health through accurate and compliant payroll processing. Role Overview A Payroll Analyst is a critical role that combines technical proficiency in payroll systems with strong interpersonal communication to maintain employee satisfaction, ensure compliance, and contribute to the organization’s financial health. Duties & Responsibilities Payroll Processing & Timekeeping: Process employee payroll to ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation. Manage payroll cycles (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly). Track Employee Hours: Verify time records, including overtime, sick leave, vacation, and PTO. Calculate hours worked based on timekeeping systems. Ensure Correct Deductions: Apply tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and other deductions per policies, union agreements, or legal requirements. Address Payroll Errors: Troubleshoot discrepancies and resolve them promptly. Respond to Employee Queries: Address questions about pay stubs, deductions, overtime, and tax withholding. Explain Payroll Information: Educate employees on payslips and complex payroll matters like deductions and benefits contributions. Assist with Payroll Discrepancies: Investigate underpayments or overpayments and make necessary corrections. Collaboration With Internal Departments Work with Compensation and Benefits to keep employee records accurate and up-to-date (salary changes, benefits, employment status). Coordinate with Finance to ensure payroll costs are correctly reflected in budgets and financial reports. Reporting & Documentation Prepare Payroll Reports: Generate accurate reports on earnings, deductions, bonuses, and taxes. Leave and Absence Reporting: Track and report leave balances and ensure policy and legal compliance. Statutory Compliance Stay updated on labor laws, tax regulations, and payroll-related legislation to ensure compliance, including overtime and benefits. Government Compliance: Ensure accurate reporting for statutory benefits and filings with relevant authorities. Payroll System & Process Improvement Improve Payroll Efficiency: Identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements, including automation opportunities or system upgrades. Testing & Implementation of New Systems: Help implement new payroll/timekeeping systems and ensure smooth data transition during upgrades. End-of-Year & Audit Support Year-End Processing: Complete year-end payroll activities on time, including forms and reconciliations. Audit Support: Provide documentation and data for payroll audits; support compliance audits as needed. Confidentiality And Data Protection Maintain Confidentiality: Handle payroll data with utmost discretion. Data Protection: Comply with data protection laws and company policies to safeguard payroll data. Key Stakeholders All employees, ICs, and trainees from the Support and Operations departments. Skills and Competencies Payroll Processing: Deep understanding of wages, deductions, bonuses, overtime, PTO, and policy/compliance requirements. Tax Calculation & Compliance: Prepare statutory remittance and understand local/global tax laws affecting payroll. Tools and Payroll Software: Proficiency with payroll tools, time tracking software, self-service portals, and data management tools. Data Integrity & Reporting: Analyze payroll data, create reports, and identify discrepancies. Experience: At least 2 years of hands-on Philippine payroll processing experience with local tax, benefits administration, and wage regulations. Communication & Multitasking: Ability to manage a fast-paced workload and communicate effectively with internal teams. Technical Proficiency: Intermediate Microsoft Excel (essential) and PowerPoint (useful). Local Tax & Wage Knowledge: Understanding of BIR filings, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, 13th-month pay, overtime, etc. Educational and Certification Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management (related field). Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is an advantage. Direct Reports and Span of Control This is an Individual Contributor role. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer: At Athena, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. We believe that diversity enriches our organization, enhances creativity, and drives innovation. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We actively promote diversity and inclusion through our hiring practices, employee development initiatives, and company culture, recognizing that it is essential for our success as a company and as a community. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Human Resources Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Athena by 2x Get notified about new Payroll Analyst jobs in Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines. #J-18808-Ljbffr