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Payroll Lead Analyst

Heredia Costa Rica

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Seniority
Lead / management
Country
CR
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
7 Nov 2026

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The Payroll Lead Analyst is a strategic professional who stays abreast of developments within own field and contributes to directional strategy by considering their application in own job and the business. Recognized technical authority for an area within the business. Requires basic commercial awareness. There are typically multiple people within the business that provide the same level of subject matter expertise. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to guide, influence and convince others, in particular colleagues in other areas and occasional external customers. Significant impact on the area through complex deliverables. Provides advice and counsel related to the technology or operations of the business. Work impacts an entire area, which eventually affects the overall performance and effectiveness of the sub-function/job family.

Responsibilities:

  • The Payroll Lead Analyst manages multiple payroll teams or a functional area (depending on size of business).
  • Manage teams' performance and problem resolution.
  • Advises senior management regarding performance of assigned payroll area(s).
  • Strategizes with outside departments and customers to establish projects and priorities Interacts with all customers developing key relationships and strategies for support.
  • Strategizes with businesses on issues and required business specifications.
  • Manages department budget and cost activities.
  • Evaluates subordinates' performance and makes recommendations for pay increases, hiring, terminations and other personnel actions.
  • Ensures essential procedures are followed and contributes to defining standards.
  • Accountable for end results.
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Recommended Qualifications:

6-10 years of experience in a related role with commensurate experience in people management.

Education:

Bachelor’s/University degree, Master’s degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Services ------------------------------------------------------

Job Family:

Payroll ------------------------------------------------------

Time Type:

Full time ------------------------------------------------------

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------

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