PAYROLL SPECIALIST – GLOBAL HR SHARED SERVICES (US/UK EXPERIENCE)

Manpower Outsourcing Services, Inc.; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Outsourcing Services, Inc. in Taguig, Metro Manila, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support Global Payroll Operations, handling US or UK payrolls. The role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, reconciliations, compliance, and data changes across a global context.

The successful candidate will work in a hybrid setup, collaborating with HR, Finance, Legal, and external payroll vendors while driving process improvements and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher; any major.
• 1–5 years of relevant payroll experience.
• Proven US or UK payroll operations experience.
• Solid understanding of payroll processes and lifecycle activities.
• Experience with payroll reconciliation and reporting.
• Knowledge of HR systems, automation, and ticketing tools.
• Oracle and MS Office experience considered an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential data.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a dynamic, global environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for US or UK employees.
• Perform pre- and post-payroll data reconciliations.
• Review payroll reports and ensure data integrity.
• Process salary changes, promotions, and job changes.
• Prepare statutory reports and tax statements.
• Coordinate with payroll vendors on issues and updates.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and labor regulations.
• Support payroll audits and internal controls.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and other global stakeholders.
• Identify process improvement and automation opportunities.
• Create and maintain process documentation and maps.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Global mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Oracle

MS Office

Job description

Location: Taguig, Metro Manila
Work Setup: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time

JOB OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support Global Payroll Operations, handling payroll processes for employees in the US or UK.

The role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, reconciliations, statutory compliance, employee data changes, and coordination with internal teams and payroll vendors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes for US or UK employees.

• Perform pre- and post-payroll data reconciliations and ensure payroll accuracy.

• Review payroll reports, reconciliations, and related activities to maintain data integrity.

• Process salary changes, promotions, and job changes for exempt and non-exempt employees.

• Prepare statutory reports and tax statements.

• Coordinate with payroll vendors and service providers on payroll issues, system updates, and process improvements.

• Ensure payroll activities comply with applicable tax laws, labor regulations, and statutory requirements.

• Support payroll audits, internal controls, and compliance activities.

• Work closely with HR, Finance, Legal, and other global stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, efficiency, and automation.

• Create and maintain process documentation and process maps.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or higher; any course/major.

• 1–5 years of relevant payroll experience.

• Proven experience in US or UK Payroll Operations is required.

• Strong understanding of payroll processes and employee lifecycle activities.

• Experience with payroll reconciliation and payroll reporting.

• Knowledge of HR systems, automation, and ticketing tools.

• Knowledge of Oracle and MS Office is an advantage.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with confidential employee information.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Able to work effectively in a dynamic and global environment.

• Willing to handle time-bound projects and deadlines.

PREFERRED

• Experience working with global payroll teams or shared services.

• Knowledge of payroll compliance, tax, and statutory requirements.

• Experience in process improvement or automation.

• Project Management or Lean/Six Sigma certification is an advantage.

WHY JOIN US?

Join a global HR Shared Services team and gain exposure to international payroll operations, global stakeholders, and continuous process improvement.

If you have solid US or UK payroll experience and are looking for an opportunity in a global organization, we’d like to hear from you.