Payroll Delivery Specialist

PMFTC Inc.; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14th Month Pay

HMO Coverage

Annual Medical Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Leave Conversion

Job summary

PMFTC Inc. in Makati is seeking a Payroll Delivery Specialist to oversee payroll operations across Asia, ensuring accuracy and timely payments. You will collaborate with Payroll Providers and cross-functional teams to support SOX, data privacy, and security requirements.

The role requires at least 2 years in payroll processing, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of SAP or SuccessFactors. You will manage process improvements, respond to inquiries, and ensure smooth year-end and regulatory

Qualifications

• College or university degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years in in-house or outsourced payroll processing, or experience in Finance/HR delivery processes and systems.
• Strong numerical skills and advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Knowledge of SAP or other HR systems like SuccessFactors.
• Understanding of employment tax and social insurance regulatory requirements.
• Customer-centric mindset, problem-solving abilities, and ability to work under pressure.
• Advanced proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute weekly, monthly, and yearly payroll tasks per guidelines.
• Consolidate and validate payroll data and ensure accurate calculations.
• Validate outputs, correct as needed, obtain approvals, and process payments.
• Handle non-standard payroll cases, including manual payments and off-cycle runs.
• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and departments.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Advanced Excel

English proficiency

Customer-centric mindset

Problem-solving

Work under pressure

Education

College/University degree

Tools

SAP

SuccessFactors

Job description

Be a part of a revolutionary change

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.

Join Our Team as a Payroll Delivery Specialist!

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for navigating complex payroll systems? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where precision and compliance are paramount? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! As a Payroll Delivery Specialist, you will be a vital part of our team, ensuring the seamless execution of payroll operations across the Asia region. This role demands not only technical expertise but also strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

What You'll Do:

1. Payroll Processing:
   • Execute weekly, monthly, and yearly payroll tasks in line with PMI and statutory guidelines (SOX, PMI Chart of Control, Data Privacy, and Info Security).
   • Consolidate and validate payroll data, share instructions with Payroll Providers, and ensure accurate payroll calculations.
   • Validate payroll outputs, make necessary corrections, obtain approvals, and process salary and statutory contributions payments.
   • Handle non-standard payroll cases, including manual payments and off-cycle runs.
   • Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and other departments, engaging relevant parties for resolution.
2. Compliance:
   • Perform and document payroll controls in accordance with PMI guidelines and statutory regulations.
   • Support internal and external audits by collecting required documentation.
   • Conduct root cause analysis of payroll incidents and implement preventive/corrective actions.
3. Collaboration with Payroll Providers:
   • Maintain day-to-day cooperation with Payroll Providers, exchanging information, providing instructions, and implementing corrections.
   • Agree on key payroll dates and communicate them to impacted teams.
   • Create purchase orders and ensure timely settlement of payments for Payroll Provider services.
4. Continuous Improvement and Projects:
   • Propose and implement improvements to payroll processes to enhance compliance, efficiency, and employee experience.
   • Test and validate system changes, supporting local and global projects as a subject matter expert.
5. Business Continuity:
   • Keep operational manuals up to date.
   • Serve as a backup for payrolls within the team.
   • Onboard new team members and fulfill the role of a buddy.
   • Managing complexity and scope across up to 10 markets with different regulations, vendors, systems, and calendars.
   • Meeting tight deadlines with the highest accuracy to avoid impacting employees or exposing the company to risks.

What You Need to Have:

• Education: College/University degree.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in in-house or outsourced payroll processing, or experience in Finance/HR delivery processes and systems.
• Functional Skills:
  • Strong numerical skills and advanced proficiency in Excel.
  • Knowledge of SAP or other HR systems like SuccessFactors.
  • Understanding of employment tax and social insurance regulatory requirements.
  • Customer-centric mindset, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Advanced proficiency in English; additional foreign languages are an asset.

Work Schedule and Location:

• Generally, Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, on a hybrid work arrangement with a minimum of 3 days on-site.
• Based in 8 Rockwell, Makati Head Office.

What we offer

Our success depends on the men and women who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to deliver a smoke-free future
• Additionally, our competitive Compensation & Benefits package includes:
  • Guaranteed 14th Month Pay: Enjoy an extra month of salary every year.
  • Comprehensive HMO Coverage: Health insurance for you and your qualified dependents.
  • Annual Medical Reimbursement: Receive up to PhP 10,000 for medical expenses.
  • Retirement Plan: Secure your future with our robust retirement plan.
  • Leave Conversion: Convert unused leaves into additional cash benefits.

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