THE POSITION
We are seeking for a Payroll Specialist who will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for the Philippines and provides multi-country payroll support across the APAC region, including South Korea, Japan, Singapore, and Malaysia.
This role ensures accurate and timely payroll delivery, statutory compliance, and responsive employee support.
Key Responsibilities
- Process end-to-end payroll for the Philippines, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local regulations.
- Manage statutory remittances for the Philippines, including SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and withholding taxes.
- Consolidate payroll instructions from HR and Talent teams for South Korea, Japan, Singapore, and Malaysia.
- Review and validate payroll registers for South Korea, Malaysia, Japan, and Singapore to ensure data integrity.
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Coordinate with third-party payroll vendors and internal stakeholders across APAC to ensure seamless payroll operations.
- Support payroll-related audits and compliance activities as needed.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in accordance with company policies and local statutory requirements.
- Assist with year-end payroll activities, including tax filings and government reporting.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably in a multi-country environment.
- Strong knowledge of Philippine payroll regulations, statutory remittances (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG), and tax withholding requirements.
- Experience reviewing payroll registers and reconciling payroll data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HRIS/payroll systems.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal).
Preferred
- Experience with payroll processing or coordination for South Korea, Japan, Singapore, or Malaysia.
- Familiarity with Workday or ADP payroll platforms.
- Prior experience in a shared services or global operations environment.
