Job Overview:

The Payroll Officer will support the Finance team in the end-to-end processing of fortnightly payroll for employees across Australia. The role will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, maintain employee records, manage payroll queries and termination payments, and support compliance with payroll legislation and internal policies while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Schedule:

7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Work Set-up:

Hybrid
7:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday; work onsite for the first 2 weeks only
Required onsite during monthly and quarterly meetings and when required by the manager/client

Office Assignment:

MAKATI OFFICE: 22F Tower 1, One Ayala Corporate Center, Ayala Ave., Makati City

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Processing end-to-end fortnightly payroll, including data validation, approvals, and finalisation
Generating new hire records
Maintaining employee records
Managing and reconciling termination payments, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal policies
Preparing and reviewing payroll calculations such as bonuses, remuneration adjustments, and backpays based on business requests
Working closely with People & Culture, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to ensure payroll accuracy and resolve queries
Monitoring and managing the payroll inbox, responding to employee queries in a timely and professional manner, and escalating complex issues as needed
Maintaining payroll operations by following policies and procedures and contributing to process improvements
Carrying out administrative payroll and other ad hoc requirements
Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-focused approach
High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining confidentiality
Organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Problem-solving mindset and willingness to contribute to continuous improvement

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Non- Negotiable Qualifications:

Education: BS Accountancy graduate or any finance-related course
Years of Experience: 3 to 5 years of Australian payroll experience, ideally with a solid understanding of payroll processes
Industry Exposure: Payroll / Finance
Technical Skills: End-to-end payroll processing, payroll data validation, employee record maintenance, termination payments, payroll calculations, reconciliations, and payroll administration
Soft Skills: Strong communication, attention to detail, confidentiality, organisation, proactive approach, problem-solving, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Accounting System/ Software experience or knowledge: Payroll systems and software; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Certificates or Licenses: CPA or non-CPA
Language Requirements: Strong written and verbal English skills
Others: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, respond to payroll queries professionally, maintain confidentiality, and comply with relevant payroll legislation and internal policies

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Relevant qualification in Payroll, Finance, or Business Administration preferred
Experience processing payroll in a medium to large organisation preferred
Industry Exposure: experience supporting payroll across multiple Australian states preferred
Technical Skills: Knowledge of payroll legislation, awards, enterprise agreements, termination payments, bonuses, remuneration adjustments, and backpay calculations
Soft Skills: Customer-focused, adaptable, eager to learn, and committed to continuous improvement

What D&V Philippines can offer you:

D&V Philippines is a place where you can build and grow your career because we invest in your training and development. You'll be a key player in our mission to deliver high-quality, cost-effective finance and accounting services for CFOs and professional services firms in Australia, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

You'll also get to enjoy these perks on top of the essential employee benefits:

Competitive salary with non-taxable allowances
Health and wellness benefits
Vacation and sick leave credits
Yearly company and employee performance bonuses
Free meal during office days
Parent-friendly office
Training and certifications
CPD Training Assistance and PRC license renewal reimbursement
Year-round employee engagement activities

Senior Payroll Officer (AU)