Job Description

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Are you an accounting professional with experience in payroll accounting, wage analysis, and financial reporting looking for your next prospect? Foot Locker Asia Pacific is seeking a Payroll Accountant to join our team on a fixed-term contract until July 2027 as a leave cover. In this role, you will be responsible for recording payroll-related activities in the General Ledger, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining reconciled accounts. You'll also support wage budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis while partnering with key stakeholders across the business.

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Responsibilities

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Manage month-end and year-end payroll accounting activities, including accruals and journal entries
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Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for payroll-related accounts
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Deliver wage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
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Provide KPI reporting and workforce cost insights to business stakeholders
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Calculate and reconcile bonus payments and other wage-related costs
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Support audits and ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls
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Partner with HR, FP&A;, Payroll Operations,



and other teams on payroll-related accounting matters
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Identify process improvements and efficiency opportunities
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Qualifications

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3–5 years' experience in accounting, management accounting, financial analysis, or a similar role
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Experience with payroll accounting, wage reconciliations, workforce cost analysis, and payroll-related financial reporting
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Understanding of payroll data and how it impacts financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting outcomes
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience handling large data sets
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Advanced Excel skills
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Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented
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Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
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Benefits

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Be part of a global, iconic retail brand with bold growth ambitions
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Generous Employee Discount – wear your favorite kicks at work!
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Hybrid work arrangement with on-site parking!
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A team-oriented and inclusive culture that values your contribution
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📌 Payroll Accountant Contract Till July 27 Queensland (Australia)
🏢 Foot Locker
📍 Australia