Accountant (Contract till July 27)

Job Description

Overview (Text Only) \n

Are you an accounting professional with payroll experience looking for your next opportunity? Foot Locker Asia Pacific is seeking a Payroll Accountant to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will be responsible for recording payroll-related activities in the General Ledger, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining reconciled accounts. You’ll partner closely with Workforce Management and cross-functional teams to support wage budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.

Responsibilities \n

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• Manage month-end and year-end payroll closing activities and accruals
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• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for payroll accounts
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• Deliver wage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
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• Provide KPI reporting and payroll insights to business stakeholders
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• Calculate and reconcile bonus payments and 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 matters
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• Identify process improvements and efficiency opportunities
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Qualifications \n

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• 3-5 years’ experience in accounting or financial analysis
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• Payroll accounting experience or strong understanding of payroll processes
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• Understanding of wage reporting and metric would be highly regarded
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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 collaborative mindset
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Benefits \n

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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 collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contribution
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