Payroll Specialist I

Dayforce; Philippines; On-site; PHP 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Dayforce is seeking a Payroll Specialist to provide quality payroll, benefits, and HR administration for our customers. You will examine payroll data, update systems, and ensure accuracy in computations and tax reporting across engagements.

You will collaborate with clients to resolve inquiries within SLA, maintain documentation, and support year-end activities. This role emphasizes accuracy, initiative, and clear communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of payroll outsourcing experience.
• Deep understanding of payroll components and calculations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and taxation on salary income.

Responsibilities

• Review client payroll advice for completeness and upload data for processing.
• Check payroll reports against advice and client checklists before submission.
• Respond to client/employee queries within SLA.
• Process statutory claims in a timely manner.
• Assist in year-end tax reporting and generate tax forms.
• Maintain filing and SOPs for client payroll.
• Provide monthly MIS data for billing headcount reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

Tax computations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Outsourcing familiarity

Multi-tasking

Job description

Posted Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region.

Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce.

Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better ™ - Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

About the Opportunity

Provide quality and efficient Payroll, Benefits, and HR administration to Dayforce’s customers.

What you'll get to do

• Examine client(s)’s payroll advice for completeness and clarify with client(s) if in doubt and upload data in system for processing.
• Check payroll reports against payroll advice and client’s checklist before sending over to client for verification.
• Provide information for client/employee query(s) within the stipulated timeframe as indicated in the Service Level Agreement (SLA).
• Process client’s statutory claims in a timely manner
• Involve in the annual year-end tax reporting. To generate tax forms for client’s employees and provide resolution to any related queries.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation for all relevant documents (payroll advice, reports and correspondences) pertaining to client(s) payroll.
• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedure documentation for client(s) under the care of the Specialist.
• To provide data on client’s monthly MIS report and advice Finance on headcount no. for timely billing.

Skills and experience we value

• Fair understanding of outsourcing industry environment, especially Payroll Outsourcing for 1-2 years
• In-depth understanding of different components of Payroll and calculations
• Good Knowledge of accounting & taxation; on salary income
• Preferably has experience in Payroll processing/supporting payroll
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize work when there are competing demands and urgent business needs.
• Self-starter capable of taking initiative and working with minimal direction
• Process and detail oriented. Able to multi-task.
• Good verbal and written communication skills

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.

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