Payroll Coordinator - APAC

SLAMcore; India; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in AnyWay

Bonding Leave

2 Charitable Days

Reward & Recognition Program

Corporate bonus/SIP

Job summary

Safeguard Global is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to manage the lifecycle of each worker's employment with a focus on Korea payrolls, working with internal and external teams to ensure compliant, timely payments and accurate invoicing.

You will maintain payroll policies, handle data integrity, and respond to worker queries while coordinating with clients on regional requirements and lifecycle events.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of working experience in South Korea Payroll.
• Established knowledge of South Korean payroll concepts and local regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in local language and English.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; able to identify, resolve and mitigate issues.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload; self-directed and organized.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll cycle for Safeguard Global workers payroll post onboarding, starting with South Korea.
• Maintain knowledge of payroll policies and governmental regulations impacting payroll.
• Investigate discrepancies and correct payroll reports.
• Review and approve payroll reports against data and client input.
• Maintain KPI tracking, internal reporting, payroll schedule and master data.
• Ensure timely processing of payroll payments to workers.
• Collaborate with clients to relay in-country requirements during workers’ life cycle.
• Keep employee records up to date before payroll processing.
• Serve as the point of contact for worker queries.
• Manage funding/billing process and generate sales invoices.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance through the worker lifecycle.
• Handle changes in employment contracts, salaries, or benefits.

Skills

South Korea Payroll

Payroll processing

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Why join Safeguard Global?

We want to help you “Work in Any Way” - that makes time for family, commitments, and life outside, so that you can have the best of both worlds. When you own what you do and are driven to deliver, you have the flexibility to decide where and how you work.

The role in a nutshell

The key responsibilities of the Payroll Coordinator will include managing the life cycle of each workers employment with Safeguard Global. Key priorities for this position include day to day query management, ensure smooth, efficient and compliant payroll processing for our clients working closely with internal/external providers, generation of sales invoices and ensuring timely and accurate worker payments.

How you will make a difference:

• Manage end to end payroll cycle for Safeguard Global’s workers payroll post onboard for South Korea.
• Maintain high knowledge on all of the company's payroll policies and governmental regulations impacting payroll preparation
• Investigate and correct payroll reports identifying out of balance payroll .
• Perform necessary review and approve payroll reports against housed information and client input
• Maintain on periodic basis KPI ,internal reporting ,payroll schedule and master payroll input .
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll payment to workers.
• Working with clients to obtain/relay expert in-country requirements during workers life cycle.
• Monitor and maintain employee data , Ensure all employee records are up to date before the payroll processing.
• Point of contact for workers queries .
• Manage the funding/billing process for payroll completing charging sheet and generating sales invoices
• Maintain and store all relevant worker documentation through the life cycle of employment as per in country compliance and record keeping guidelines.
• Manage any changes in employment contracts, changes after initial onboard such as salary changes or benefits provided.
• Ensure timely responses to queries received from workers, internal support teams, ICP/ICE and clients .
• Work through compliant offboards for all workers whether on Indefinite or Fixed Term Contracts, this could be voluntary terminations or involuntary.
• Ensure background checks are completed as requested if not finalised prior to first payroll through Implementation.

What will give you an advantage:

• Two to three years of working experience in South Korea Payroll.
• Established knowledge of South Korean payroll concepts, local payroll legislation for supported countries.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in local language and English
• Ability to problem solve, strong attention to detail /analytical skill – Should be able Identify, Resolve and Mitigate issues
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload.
• Self-directed individual with initiative.
• Good attention to detail and excellent organisation skills.

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is….Global! With offices worldwide, we help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. It's all about people! Join us to meet diverse folks, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe.

Our Global Benefits

• Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Be supported with as much flexibility as possible.
• Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.
• 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.
• Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.
• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan.

Why become a Guardian:

• International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.
• Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.
• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.

Welcome to the Future of Work!

At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.