Payroll-Benefit Accountant

MicroSourcing; Pasay; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare day one

Paid time-off with cash conversion

Group life insurance

Performance bonuses

Team events

Job summary

MicroSourcing is hiring a Payroll and Benefits Accountant onsite at Two - Ecom Center, Pasay City, for the night shift. You will post and reconcile payroll-related entries, manage accruals, and support audits and disclosures. A strong understanding of IFRS/GAAP and 4–6 years of payroll accounting is preferred.

Join MicroSourcing to contribute in a large SSC environment with competitive rewards, healthcare coverage from day one, and opportunities for career growth in an inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–6 years of general or payroll accounting experience.
• Knowledge of IFRS (or GAAP) related to compensation, benefits, payroll taxes, retirement plans.
• Ability to perform timely balance sheet reconciliations and meet close deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Post and manage general ledger entries for wage expenses, payroll taxes, benefit expenses, withholdings, and insurance liabilities.
• Reconcile payroll registers to the general ledger for gross wages, employer taxes, and net pay.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for payroll accruals, health plans, retirement funds, and vendor invoices.
• Maintain the payroll accrual calendar to ensure timely calculations in line with close schedules.
• Support internal and external teams with documentation for benefit plans, audits, and disclosures.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication skills

Spanish language fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Discover your 100% YOU with MicroSourcing!

Position: Payroll and Benefits Accountant

Location: Two - Ecom Center, Pasay City

Work setup & shift: Onsite | Night shift

Why join MicroSourcing?

• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
• A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements.
• Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.

Your Role

• Post and manage general ledger entries for wage expenses, payroll taxes, benefit expenses, withholdings, and insurance liabilities.
• Reconcile payroll registers to the general ledger to confirm gross wages, employer taxes, and net pay post accurately.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for payroll accruals, health plans, retirement funds, and vendor invoices.
• Maintain the payroll accrual calendar to ensure timely calculations in line with the company's accounting close schedule.
• Support internal and external teams with documentation for benefit plan, financial audits, and disclosure reports.

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4 to 6 years of general accounting or payroll accounting experience, preferably in a multi-regional/multi-currency environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS (or GAAP) principles as they relate to compensation, employee benefits, payroll taxes, and retirement plans.
• Demonstrated ability to perform timely balance sheet reconciliations and manage strict monthly accounting close deadlines.
• Proven track record of maintaining internal controls and handling high-detail financial data.

Preferred Skills/expertise

• Experience working within a Shared Services Center (SSC) environment for global organizations.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex functions).
• Fluency in the Spanish language (spoken and written).
• Experience identifying automation opportunities and improving reporting workflows or administrative control processes.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills to partner with Accounts Payable, HR Benefits, and Payroll teams.

About MicroSourcing

With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.

Our commitment to 100% YOU

MicroSourcing firmly believes that our company's strength lies in our people's diversity and talent. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces individuals of all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for everyone, embracing different perspectives, and making room for opportunities for each individual to thrive.

At MicroSourcing, equality is not merely a slogan – it's our commitment. Our way of life. Here, we don't just accept your unique authentic self - we celebrate it, valuing every individual's contribution to our collective success and growth. Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%!

For more information, visit https://www.microsourcing.com/

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