Analyst – Payroll

Role Summary

Analyst – Payroll Services is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payrolls and related queries, ensuring compliance with Rio Tinto's SOPs and policies. This role involves handling payroll processing, termination payments, and complex queries, serving as a level 2 quality checker, driving compliance, identifying process improvement opportunities, and staying updated on payroll regulations and best practices.

What would you be responsible for :

• Timely & accurate processing of payrolls, termination payments and related queries:

o Efficient and accurate processing of payrolls, termination payments and related queries within the given SLA

o Handling escalated issues from the payroll team o Assisting in the resolution of complex payroll-related queries and delivering ad hoc payroll-related business requirements

o Collaborating closely with ESPS team members to resolve issues and meet deadlines

• Quality Assurance and Compliance:

o Serve as a level 2 quality checker for the service line, and ensure that payrolls are processed accurately and adhere to established guidelines and policies

• Adherence to Policies and Guidelines:

o Driving and monitoring compliance with global/local policies, company policies, internal control standards, and regulatory requirements

• Professional Development:

o Stay updated on payroll best practices, industry trends, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance o Participate in training programs and seek opportunities for professional growth to enhance knowledge and skills.

What experience, skills and qualifications are required :

• A Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field

• 4-7 years of experience in payroll processing or related roles.

• Proficiency in using payroll software or systems for data entry, calculations, and generating payroll reports. Familiarity with popular payroll system SAP is beneficial

• Strong understanding of payroll principles, processes, and regulations, including tax laws, deductions, benefits, and reporting requirements

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, calculations, and payroll processing to ensure error-free and compliant payroll

• Good interpersonal skills to interact with employees and stakeholders regarding payroll matters.

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.

Respect and Inclusion

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ 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.

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