Payroll & Accounting Specialist

Recruitify_HR; Makati; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitify_HR in Makati, Metro Manila is seeking an Accounting and Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll, ensure compliance with Philippine labor and tax regulations, and maintain accurate financial records. You will collaborate with the Accounting team to maintain GL accuracy and government reporting.

The role requires 2–3 years of payroll experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of payroll software/ERP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–3 years of hands-on full-cycle payroll processing experience.
• In-depth understanding of Philippine Labor Code, BIR tax computations, and government regulations (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and familiarity with payroll software/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll cycles accurately and timely.
• Prepare, reconcile, and file monthly/annual payroll taxes and statutory contributions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, BIR 1601-C / 2316).
• Reconcile General Ledger and post payroll journal entries; assist monthly GL balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Numerical reasoning

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software/ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Accounting and Payroll Specialist oversees end-to-end payroll administration, ensures strict compliance with Philippine labor and tax regulations, and maintains accurate financial records. Operating closely with the Accounting team, this role is key to maintaining General Ledger (GL) accuracy, managing government reporting, and serving as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits inquiries.

Job Summary

The Accounting and Payroll Specialist oversees end-to-end payroll administration, ensures strict compliance with Philippine labor and tax regulations, and maintains accurate financial records. Operating closely with the Accounting team, this role is key to maintaining General Ledger (GL) accuracy, managing government reporting, and serving as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits inquiries.

Core Responsibilities

• End-to-End Payroll Management: Process regular, accurate, and timely payroll cycles, including wage calculations, overtime, deductions, bonuses, and benefits.
• Compliance & Statutory Filing: Prepare, reconcile, and file monthly/annual payroll taxes and statutory contributions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, BIR 1601-C / 2316).
• General Ledger Reconciliation: Partner with the accounting team to map payroll data, post journal entries, and perform monthly GL balance sheet reconciliations.
• Record Keeping & Audit Support: Maintain up-to-date, confidential employee master files and payroll records ready for internal/external financial audits.
• Employee Relations & Support: Resolve employee inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies, tax computations, and benefits administration promptly and professionally.
• Policy & Process Improvement: Review, update, and implement robust payroll controls, procedures, and self-service initiatives.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-3 years of hands-on experience handling full-cycle payroll processing and payroll accounting.
• Regulatory Expertise: In-depth understanding of Philippine Labor Code, BIR tax computations, and government statutory regulations (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG).
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, logical formulas) and experience using automated payroll software/ERP systems.
• Core Competencies: High level of accuracy, strong numerical reasoning, exceptional confidentiality, and clear written/verbal communication skills.