Payroll Specialist

QuestServ Solutions Inc.; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll services provider in Metro Manila is seeking a Payroll Officer. You will handle payroll processing, maintain records, and ensure compliance with tax laws. An associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is preferred, along with strong mathematical skills and attention to detail. Experience in payroll or HR is a plus. This role offers opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, or HR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Computing salaries, allowances, and deductions.
• Maintaining accurate employee payroll and benefits records.
• Preparing and reconciling government remittances.
• Generating payroll summaries and assisting with audits.
• Computing and releasing final pay.
• Providing support on payroll-related questions.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Payroll processing: Computing salaries, allowances, and deductions; ensuring timely disbursement of wages.
• Record keeping: Maintaining accurate employee payroll and benefits records.
• Compliance: Preparing and reconciling government remittances (e.g., SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG) and tax reports to ensure tax law compliance.
• Reporting: Generating payroll summaries and assisting with month-end/year-end closing activities and audits.
• Final pay: Computing and releasing final pay, including salaries, unused leave, and 13th-month pay.
• Support: Providing support to employees on payroll-related questions and assisting with HR-related administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in payroll, accounting, or HR is a major plus, often requiring 1-2 years.

Skills and Knowledge

• Mathematical and analytical skills: Ability to accurately calculate, analyze, and solve problems related to payroll.
• Attention to detail: Crucial for ensuring accuracy in calculations, data entry, and record-keeping.

Personal attributes

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure.