Payroll Accounting Analyst

The Payroll GL Analyst primary role is to perform payroll accounting related GL transactions for all legal vehicles covered by payroll under EMEA region. The work shift for EMEA is from 1:00PM to 10:00AM Manila Time. S/he may also be involved in special projects to support management. This person reports directly to the Payroll Accounting Lead.

Responsibilities:

• Performs Payroll accounting related entries, validation and reports, as required
• Responsible for the security and confidentiality of sensitive data that will be handled.
• Responsible and accountable for general ledger and reconciliation along with responding to any Finance related queries, as well as any proofing related queries.
• Accountable for ensuring GPS is compliant with all local regulatory and legal requirements related to the accounting transactions posted
• Responsible for keeping up to date knowledge on key HR and GL applications required to assist in processing payroll GL.
• Responsible for working in partnership with Citibank's vendor (as applicable) on any payroll GL related initiatives and errors whilst processing payroll.
• Provides support for projects related to payroll accounting as required, such as continual improvement and standardization of payroll GL operations.
• Ensures the operating manual procedures are reviewed and updated yearly and when necessary.
• Partner and support Citibank's HR partners, business heads and designated authorized officers to deliver efficient and high level of customer service.
• Strictly adheres to Risk & Control policies and procedures (such as but not limited to: adherence to secure workplace guidelines, mandatory compliance training and identification/improvement of key risks areas) and reports possible gaps/ breaches. Ensure internal controls are in place.
• Accountable to meet all SLAs and KPIs.
• May be required to perform other related work that may be assigned by direct Line Manager or management to meet the needs of the business.
• Flexible time to accommodate both APAC and EMEA business requirements

Qualifications:

• Graduate of Finance, Accounting or any Business related courses
• Minimum 2 years GL with strong knowledge in accounting and/or proofing related work experience.
• Knowledgeable in various general ledger and sub ledger system/s.
• Proficient in the use of office applications (MS Office, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)
• Flexible and team-oriented, willing to learn and share experience with team members
• Excellent written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently in a fast-paced global environment.
• Demonstrate multi-tasking ability, handle high volume of work
• Effective time management, ability to work under pressure, tight deadline
• Administrative documentation and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; has ability to develop strong partnership with stakeholders
• Ability to work under pressure, tight deadlines and handle high volume of work
• Is courteous and diplomatic when communicating with Citi stakeholders

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or any Business related courses

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Services

Job Family:

Accounting Operations

Time Type:

Full time

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