Description
We are seeking a Senior Payroll Associate to join our Global Payroll team, primarily supporting APAC payroll operations. The role requires a hands-on professional with a high standard of rigor, ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
Responsibilities:
- Support end-to-end payroll processing for India, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Australia with minimal supervision
- Review payroll output to identify discrepancies and resolve issues prior to final approval
- Apply working knowledge of APAC payroll tax regulations to ensure accurate employee setup and reporting
- Manage complex payroll transactions, including bonuses and retro adjustments
- Administer and audit payroll deductions
- Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries
- Support payroll reconciliations, audits, and year-end activities
- Provide backup support and coverage for APAC payrolls
- Identify process gaps and recommend improvements
Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience supporting APAC payroll processing
- Strong working knowledge of APAC tax regulations and labor laws
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex payroll transactions
- Solid understanding of pre-tax benefits administration and core payroll accounting concepts
- Hands-on experience working with enterprise payroll systems and HRIS platforms
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets
- Strong written and verbal communication skills