We are looking for a Payroll accounting Sr. Analyst who has experience in the preparation and review of global accounts reconciliations and journals of payroll accounts. Candidate should be able to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal). The analyst applies their knowledge of payroll processes and systems to ensure that the payroll accounting service delivery team accurately validates payroll transactions and conducts a complete reconciliation of associated payroll balance sheet ledger accounts.
The position holder will create networks both locally and globally with finance and employee services stakeholders. The business operates in multiple countries, and it will require the analyst to connect with specialists in each region to learn processes and reconciliation requirements.
Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of best practice accounting processes for global payrolls (e.g., provisions, receivables, liability clearing). The ideal candidate would have previously worked within a global team requiring interaction with stakeholders and colleagues remotely (e.g., WebEx/MS teams/Zoom calls). The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate strong communication skills. Project experience is added advantage. We are looking for motivated individuals who are looking to develop their skills as frontline leaders, or who want to establish themselves as specialist payroll finance subject matter experts in their career.
This role is responsible for overseeing and performing retained day-to-day activities associated with payroll accounting reconciliations, creating provisions in books of accounts etc. for the region/co codes allocated to the role, while driving efficient, effective and regulatory compliant processes.
Working in the ESPS team is a great opportunity for a dynamic payroll or employee data professional who is a true collaborator with a Continuous improvement mindset. Our ESPS roles are fast paced, challenging, and supported by Business Improvement.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Flexibility to work in shift framework.
- Lead onshore/offshore payroll accounting team by performing core accounting leadership tasks such as Journal reviews and balance sheet reconciliation reviews, other SOX compliance reviews.
- Engage with onshore/offshore team members by monitoring operational performance and results.
- Training offshore/onshore Analysts for performing core accounting tasks such as Journal preparation (clearings, manual journals etc.) and balance sheet reconciliation preparation.
- Ensure that Payroll accounting operations comply with data governance and quality control principles.
- Assisting with internal & external audits of payroll reconciliations and processes
- SOX compliance reviews
- Delivering continuous improvement projects independently or with other stakeholders depending on the complexity of the project.
- Ability to manage time independently as part of a global workforce with flexibility to work in shifts as required.
- Provide technical and process guidance activities to stakeholders.
- Review, discuss, and submit root cause analysis reports to identify corrective actions for any process gaps identified during internal checks.
- Support Payroll accounting analysts by training, knowledge building and other relevant support as and when required to enable their ability to perform defined process tasks.
- Review of updated DTP (Desktop procedures) and timely submissions for annual review and approvals.
- Participate in meetings with external vendors, and stakeholders and help to resolve issues and improve processes.
Competencies & Skills Required For The Role
Experience & qualifications
- Tertiary accounting qualification (e.g., Diploma, bachelor’s degree) or higher education (CPA, CA, ICWA, Masters’ degree etc.).
- Fluency in French communication skills (written and verbal)
- 2-7 years of Payroll or Payroll accounting experience.
- Accounting team experience (e.g., reviewing journals and balance sheet reconciliations)
- Experience working in a global team or working remotely with global stakeholders
- Knowledge and working experience of SAP or similar system within a payroll environment of at least 2000+ employees
- Knowledge of SOX control environment and terms
- Project experience (participation or leading/managing) will be added advantage.
- Lean/Six Sigma certifications will be added advantage.
Skills/Personality Traits Required
- Results oriented
- Analytical/attention to detail
- Knowledge of and/or experience in root cause analysis tools and reporting with a problem-solving attitude
- Courage to highlight process gaps/errors and Curiosity.
- Self-motivated, Flexibility to work in a multi-time-zone environment.
- Confidence to interact with local and global stakeholders across the organization.
- Resilience and the ability to thrive in a continuous improvement culture and have a strong commitment to team-based processes and outcomes
- Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Every Voice Matters
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
