Payroll and HR Specialist - Philippines

Elimsolutions; Manila, Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO

Job summary

Elim Solutions Inc. is expanding its Manila operations and seeking a proactive HR & Payroll Specialist to support the Head of People and Culture in Canada. You will manage HR operations across the Philippines and Canada, including recruitment, payroll processing, and compliance.

The role requires EST hours, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate with the Canada-based leadership team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in HR, payroll, and HR generalist roles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, dashboards).
• Experience with Slack and Zoom; proficient in Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment: postings, sourcing, screening, scheduling, interviewing, onboarding.
• Process payroll for Philippines-based employees, ensure compliance with local requirements.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation for PH and Canada; implement HR policies.
• Create dashboards and reports to track HR KPIs and recruitment metrics.

Skills

HR operations

Payroll processing

Excel pivot

Google Suite

Slack

Zoom

Education

Bachelor’s in HR

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Slack

Zoom

Google Suite

Job description

Join Our Journey: HR & Payroll Specialist

Reports To: Head of People and Culture, Canada

About Us

As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our operations in Manila, Philippines, strengthening our global delivery capabilities and building a high‑performing, collaborative team.

At Elim Solutions Inc., our people are at the core of our success. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability, where individuals are empowered to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful impact. We value diverse perspectives, continuous learning, and a strong sense of ownership in everything we do.

Please note: This role requires availability to support EST (Eastern Standard Time) hours, as you will be working closely with our North American team.

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and organized HR & Payroll Specialist to support the Head of People and Culture in Canada with HR operations across both the Philippines and Canada. As part of our Philippines growth, you will be a key team member helping build and support local operations from the ground up.

This role manages end-to-end recruitment, Philippine payroll processing (including government‑mandated contributions and statutory compliance), HR administration, compliance, and reporting.

The ideal candidate is tech‑savvy, highly organized, comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment, and able to work an EST schedule while collaborating closely with our Canada‑based leadership team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Manage the full recruitment cycle: job postings, candidate sourcing, resume screening, scheduling, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Track recruitment progress and maintain a pipeline of potential candidates.
• Create dashboards and reports to provide insights into recruitment metrics and hiring trends.
• Collaborate with the Canadian team to align talent acquisition with overall growth objectives.

Payroll & Compensation

• Process payroll accurately and on time for employees based in the Philippines.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, statutory contributions, and benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, tax filings).
• Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare payroll reports.
• Coordinate with Canada on salary adjustments, benefits, and other compensation matters.

HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain employee records, contracts, and HR documentation for both the Philippines and Canada.
• Implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and performance management processes.
• Manage HR tools, systems, and communication platforms (Slack, Zoom, Google Suite).

Reporting & Analytics

• Use Microsoft Excel to create pivot tables, dashboards, and HR metrics reports.
• Analyze HR and recruitment data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide regular reporting to the Head of People and Culture in Canada on key HR KPIs.

5. Philippine Benefits & Compliance

• Administer employee benefits (HMO), ensuring compliance with local labor laws.
• Handle government‑mandated contributions and reporting (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, taxes).
• Support onboarding and orientation of employees in the Philippines.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in HR, payroll, and HR generalist roles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, dashboards).
• Experienced in Slack, and Zoom.
• Proficient in Google Suite.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proactive and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work on an EST schedule.

Must Have

• Experience supporting remote teams or cross-country HR operations.
• Proficient with Philippine labor laws, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Prior experience in HR reporting and metrics dashboards.

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Proactive: Anticipates potential challenges and acts before they become problems.
• Adaptable: Flexible enough to adjust plans, priorities, and circumstances as needed.
• Accountable: Takes ownership of successes and failures, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Solution‑Oriented: Focuses on finding creative, positive solutions to daily operational challenges.
• Collaborative: Fosters strong relationships and works effectively across international borders.
• Resilient: Remains calm under pressure, managing stress and leading through complex tasks.
• Detail‑Oriented: High level of precision in payroll calculations, compliance, and employee data.
• Communicative: Clear verbal and written communication across cross‑functional remote teams.
• Decisive: Makes timely, sound decisions, even when working with limited information.
• Empathetic: The Ability to understand the needs, challenges, and perspectives of team members foster trust and helps build a supportive environment where everyone feels valued
• Demonstrated experience in cultivating a harmonious and positive working environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay and benefits, sure, but also a culture that truly supports work‑life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth, but also for personal connections.
• A work environment where passion for excellence and customer appreciation are shared by all employees.

Elim Solutions uses only established, reputable, and quality recruitment agencies that follow strict recruitment processes. When Elim Solutions recruits directly, communication will always originate from the ElimSolutions.ca domain and no other.