Job Description

Frazer Jones is currently collaborating with a financial services firm to recruit an APAC Payroll Specialist for a permanent position. This newly created role will report to a Global Payroll Manager based in the UK. The successful candidate will manage an outsourced payroll covering Singapore, the Middle East, India, and Hong Kong. We are eager to connect with individuals early in their payroll careers who are interested in transitioning into the financial services sector and becoming subject matter experts for the expanding APAC region. Candidates with outstanding tax knowledge and payroll data/analytics capabilities will find that these skills provide a significant advantage in this role, as there may be a need to proactively collaborate with various business unit groups to support daily data requirements.

Responsible for maintaining the integrity of payroll and benefits administration by conducting thorough audits of payroll calculations, deductions, and HR records. This approach assists in resolving inconsistencies by engaging collaboratively with internal teams and external service providers.

Candidates are to demonstrate a keen expertise in handling tax-related documents, including the preparation and review of IR21 forms, NPS claims, and forms IR56E, IR56F, and IR56G, ensuring that all engagements with stakeholders are conducted with accuracy. Their due diligence is particularly evident in their coordination with vendors for annual tax filings.

Additionally, the candidate will manage the financial aspects of employee transitions, from calculating and adjusting salaries, which will include holiday entitlements for new hires and leavers; to ensuring that all new employee records in systems like Workday are accurately checked for accuracy in personal and financial details. The candidate ensures that changes such as new hires, role changes, and terminations are reflected accurately in both the HR systems and payroll files.

Acting as a subject matter expert in supporting payroll queries, the candidate will be addressing employee inquiries with professionalism and ensuring concerns are resolved swiftly and fairly. Committed to continuous improvement, they assist in the crafting and refining of global payroll procedures, staying current with evolving payroll legislation, tax laws, and HR regulations. Their comprehensive approach is rounded off with the preparation of financial reports that serve as critical resources for both the Finance and Human Resources departments.

Essential experience and competencies for this role include having 3-5 years of related Payroll experience, particularly in outsourced payroll management and a willingness to get involved in payroll and benefits analytics. The individual should be a team player with an excellent attitude, resourcefulness, fantastic attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills. This individual will also be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and capable of effectively communicating with diverse groups from various functions across the global environment.

This position is hybrid working, 3-4 days a week in the office.

This organisation is an excellent l financial services firm, that has grown immensely in the last several years, known for its high quality of talent and service excellence. They are a fantastic global firm and an employee of choice, offering wonderful bonuses, benefits, and career development.

Thanks for your time. Please apply to find out more about this role or reach out to Sofia Wikho-Ng at Sofiawikhong@frazerjones.com for a confidential discussion.

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