Senior Analyst, Payroll & Benefits Operations

Job Description

Reporting to the Director, Operations and Analytics based in Toronto, the Senior Analyst will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of Hong Kong payrolls, including yearend activities and reconciliation of benefits and pension. In addition, the Senior Analyst will be also supporting other Global payrolls as assigned.

Role-specific Accountabilities

• Responsible for daily payroll, benefits and pension operations to ensure they are performed timely and accurately in accordance with the statutory requirements and company policies and practices
• Assist in tax related issues and responsible for employer’s tax filings and statutory pension reporting
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records, prepare payroll journal entries, clarify the gap between payroll reports and account ledgers, support annual payroll audits
• Main point of contact for all payroll related inquiries from Hong Kong and support Asia region as assigned
• Prepare compensation yearend payroll and special payrolls which can include retroactive and incentive payments
• Research and ensure compliance with legislation and regulations in respective countries
• Support payroll team in Asia related projects (Hong Kong, India & Australia)
• Excellent problem-solving skills, and high level of attention to detail and accuracy

• Participate in projects related to payroll process improvements and systems implementations by defining requirements, preparing test plans and documenting test results
• Document and maintain business user guides for various systems, including training material
• Look for efficiency gains in existing processes and work with members of the HR Operations team to implement changes
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines
• Support questions received in our Payroll/Benefits/Pension inbox in a timely manner

Qualifications

The preferred candidate will have 6+ years experience in Hong Kong payroll; other international payroll exposure will be an asset.

• Strong planning and organizational skills with proven ability to manage competing priorities
• Very detailed oriented with a superior track record of achieving high quality results
• Good communication skills in English - both written and verbal
• Proven ability to maintain sensitive and highly confidential information
• Advanced Excel skills for reporting, metrics and data validation
• Proficiency with various payroll software and programs, including ADP Streamline, and Workday is considered an asset
• Ability to clearly define and articulate requirements, priorities, impacts, and solutions
• Collaborate across the organization and demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to think ‘outside the box‘
• Ability to foster effective working relationships at all levels internally and with external partner
• Able to identify opportunities, take initiative and think through future implications
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, under pressure and with time-sensitive deadlines
• Exemplifies our Guiding Principles of partnership, integrity and high performance

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