Payroll Specialist - Singapore - The Edge Asia

The Edge Asia

Verified Company

Singapore

1 week ago

Posted by:

Wei Jie

beBee Recruiter

Description

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, yearend 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 crossfunctional 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
Selfstarter 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 crossfunctionally and globally in a growing and everchanging 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