C&B Manager (Assistant) - F&B Group

Affinity Executive Search Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 446,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Executive Search Limited is seeking an experienced C&B Manager (Assistant) for a reputable Hong Kong F&B group. This hands-on, operations-focused role leads end-to-end payroll, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance, with emphasis on frontline and back-office payroll processing across diverse salary schemes.

The ideal candidate brings 5–8 years in C&B, supervisory payroll experience, SAP/UAT exposure, and bilingual English/Chinese capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 8 years' C&B experience, with solid supervisory experience in payroll operations.
• F&B or retail frontline payroll experience in a sizable organization strongly preferred, with familiarity in frontline salary schemes (e.g., hourly/shift pay, tips distribution, statutory holiday pay).
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and numerical aptitude.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office; hands-on SAP and UAT experience preferred.
• Proficient in English and Chinese; Mandarin is an advantage.
• Less experienced individual will be considered for the Assistant Manager position.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-spectrum payroll operations, including payroll and final payment calculations, MPF, employee benefits, taxation, and leave management.
• Manage and ensure accuracy of frontline payroll processing, including handling varied salary structures (e.g., shift-based pay, tips/service charge allocation, meal allowances, multi-outlet wage arrangements).
• Verify source data underpinning wage calculations, such as attendance and leave records.
• Prepare and deliver timely, accurate payroll reports to Management and relevant departments.
• Conduct UAT and support smooth implementation of new payroll requirements within SAP.
• Guide offshore HR colleagues on daily payroll operations and digitalization projects.
• Support annual C&B exercises, including salary review, bonus processing, and benefits/insurance renewals.
• Develop and perpare HR analytics report to support HR Director.
• Ensure payroll policies and procedures comply with Hong Kong Labor Ordinance and other employment regulations.
• Serve as the main point of contact for staff payroll and benefits inquiries.
• Handle ad hoc payroll‑related projects as assigned.

Skills

C&B experience

Payroll operations

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Tools

SAP

UAT

MS Office

Job description

Our client is a reputable F&B Group in Hong Kong. They are seeking an experienced C&B Manager (Assistant) to lead end-to-end payroll operations, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance. This is a hands‑on, operationally focused role — strong command of frontline & OR backoffice payroll processing is essential, and candidates with F&B or retail frontline payroll experience are preferred, given the complexity of their frontline salary schemes.

Responsibilities

Execute full-spectrum payroll operations, including payroll and final payment calculations, MPF, employee benefits, taxation, and leave management.

Manage and ensure accuracy of frontline payroll processing, including handling varied salary structures (e.g., shift‑based pay, tips/service charge allocation, meal allowances, multi‑outlet wage arrangements).

Verify source data underpinning wage calculations, such as attendance and leave records.

Prepare and deliver timely, accurate payroll reports to Management and relevant departments.

Conduct UAT and support smooth implementation of new payroll requirements within SAP.

Guide offshore HR colleagues on daily payroll operations and digitalization projects.

Support annual C&B exercises, including salary review, bonus processing, and benefits/insurance renewals.

Develop and perpare HR analytics report to support HR Director.

Ensure payroll policies and procedures comply with Hong Kong Labor Ordinance and other employment regulations.

Serve as the main point of contact for staff payroll and benefits inquiries.

Handle ad hoc payroll‑related projects as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum 5 to 8 years' C&B experience, with solid supervisory experience in payroll operations.

F&B or retail frontline payroll experience in a sizable organization strongly preferred, with familiarity in frontline salary schemes (e.g., hourly/shift pay, tips distribution, statutory holiday pay).

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related discipline.

Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and numerical aptitude.

Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Proficient in MS Office; hands‑on SAP and UAT experience preferred.

Proficient in English and Chinese; Mandarin is an advantage.

Less experienced individual will be considered for the Assistant Manager position.