Payroll Specialist

4 days ago

Singapore The Edge Asia Full time

Our client, a US MNC in investment management firm is seeking to hire a Payroll Specialist for payroll processing in the APAC region - Japan payroll in particular. She/He must be able to understand, converse and write in Japanese and English languages preferably & responsible for completing timely and accurate payrolls and related responsibilities

EA License Number: 16S8131
Recruiter License Number: R1104487

**Some of the key responsibilities will include**:

- Support the timely and accurate payroll processing for Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore and Taiwan
- Responsible for system integrations, reporting and reconciliations, including general ledger, internal and external reporting, year-end reporting
- Support Japan benefits administration and related inquiries
- Partner with payroll team on the Workday payroll integration build for Japan and local payroll system changes or enhancements
- Work closely with payroll team and vendors in identifying need for enhanced services, system revisions, formulating system requirements and testing
- Partner with cross-functional departments (HR, Accounting, Finance, IT, etc.) to identify and implement process improvements to drive excellence and eliminate risk
- Respond to payroll inquiries from management, employees and third parties
- Support internal and external audit activities
- Responsible for developing and maintaining process documentation
- Stay current on payroll regulations and best practices

**To be eligible for this role you will require**:

- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred with 5 or more years relevant end-to-end payroll experience across multiple countries, with experience with Japan payroll preferred
- Fluent in Japanese and English languages
- Experience with Workday HCM and ADP preferred
- Self-starter with demonstrated analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and motivation to recommend process improvements
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with Accounting and Finance functions and understanding of financial reporting related to payroll, benefits and human resources
- Team player who likes to be challenged with an evolving environment, which requires being agile and flexible in reprioritizing daily operational needs
- High quality written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively cross-functionally and globally in a growing and ever-changing environment
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Proven ability to work with confidential information, always maintaining discretion and professionalism
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate and problem solver

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