Payroll Specialist

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance/Banking, Business Studies/Administration/ Management or equivalent
• At least 6 months of Payroll experience
• Well-developed communication (oral and written) skills
• Interpersonal skills and positive work attitude
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is needed
• Amenable to work on a 3 to 6 months contract

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for performing procedures assigned by the engagement Senior Payroll Specialist and/or Payroll Manager. Such procedures may vary with the nature and scope of the engagement and the experience of the Payroll Specialist.

In all phases of an engagement, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for conducting the work in accordance with the quality standards of the Company and of the profession.

The Payroll Specialist may assume the role of Senior Payroll Specialist depending on the set-up, requirement, size, and complexity of the engagement.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Engagement Management

Understand payroll, tax and related laws sufficiently to perform the job.

Understand fully the client's payroll policies.

Execute the procedures in the work program assigned to him/her by the engagement Senior Payroll Specialist and/or Payroll Manager.

Update superiors of work progress; give feedback on work performed, difficulties encountered, and issues identified. Log and report all issues encountered.

Upon instruction/approval by the Payroll Manager, communicate with the client with regards to payroll instructions, issues, etc.

Make effective use of job-related tools (e.g. Corona/Dorado, Nexus, Office 365, etc.)

Produce deliverables that are accurate and complete at all times.

Submit deliverables within set deadlines and ensure that the deliverables are sent to the authorized recipients and right addresses and appropriately marked for confidentiality where necessary.

Assume new or different work assignments and schedules willingly. Modify work methods to meet changing needs of the team or client, without compromising ethical standards.

Seek and recommend efficient and effective ways to accomplish objectives better.

Show receptiveness to new ideas. Perform new and different approaches with a positive attitude and commitment to success.

Perform any task or assignment that may, from time to time, be delegated by a superior.

Relationship Management

Promote the image of the Parent Firm, and Company as a provider of high-quality services through good customer relations and responsiveness to clients' needs, concerns, and requests.

Work harmoniously and effectively with other members of the team.

Actively participate in official Parent Firm, and Company activities such as staff meetings, socials, and outings, among others

Always maintain a "can-do" and positive attitude in accepting assignments and working with any other personnel.

Professional Development

Attend on-the-job trainings or internal/external seminars for professional development.

Request from the Senior Payroll Specialist and/or Payroll Manager Performance Appraisal Reports (PARs) for each engagement.

Comply in all required examinations initiated by the Division (Probationary Exam, Diagnostic Exam, etc.).

Participate in the Division's internal audit activities (AS, ISAE, IQCR, etc.) and in external audits only when it is part of the engagement.

Accomplish Individual Development Plan and discuss it with the assigned coach.

Reach out to mentor and attend mentoring and coaching activities.

Administrative Functions

Comply with the Parent Firm, and Company administrative processes, policies, and procedures.

Participate in suggesting improvements in the Parent Firm, and Company's processes, policies, and procedures.

Complete all required monitoring and surveys in a timely manner.

Complete and submit accurate time reports in a timely manner.

Always ensure confidentiality of engagement. Staff should not disclose or make use of any information that he/she may acquire during the course of the engagement other than to properly perform his/her work in connection therewith.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Flextime
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Promotion to permanent employee

Application Question(s):

• How much is your current/previous salary?
• How much is your expected salary?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Payroll: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 08/31/2025