Payroll Supervisor

SmoothMoves Incorporation; Makati; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

SmoothMoves, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Supervisor to lead end-to-end payroll operations for client accounts in Metro Manila. This on-site role requires hands-on leadership to ensure accurate disbursements, timely processing, and compliance with payroll laws and internal policies.

You will coordinate with HR, finance, and operations, review reports, and support audits while coaching payroll staff to maintain high accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced shared services environment.

Qualifications

• Strong end-to-end payroll processing and reconciliation experience.
• Knowledge of garnishments and payroll taxes and related regulations.
• Experience managing employee benefits deductions and adjustments.
• Foundational accounting skills for reviewing entries and GL posting.
• Prior payroll supervisory or lead experience in shared services, BPO, or outsourcing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for assigned teams or client accounts.
• Supervise payroll processing cycles and ensure timely, accurate disbursements.
• Coordinate with HR, finance, and operations to resolve payroll issues.
• Review reports, approve payroll transactions, and support audits.
• Coach and lead payroll staff to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Payroll Compliance & Tax

Communication & Collaboration

Leadership & Coaching

Data Analysis

Deadline Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Payroll systems

MS Excel

Job description

SmoothMoves, Inc. is a service-focused organization specializing in recruitment, training, workforce management, outsourcing, and logistics solutions. The company supports clients by providing end-to-end talent and operational services that help streamline business processes. Teams at SmoothMoves, Inc. work closely with partners to ensure efficient deployment and management of personnel. The organization values reliability, continuous improvement, and collaborative work to deliver high-quality support across its service lines.

Role Description

The Payroll Supervisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Metro Manila, responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll operations for assigned teams or client accounts. This role includes supervising payroll processing cycles, ensuring accurate and timely disbursement of wages, managing payroll adjustments, and monitoring compliance with relevant laws and company policies. The Payroll Supervisor will coordinate closely with HR, finance, and operations to resolve payroll issues, handle employee inquiries, and maintain up-to-date payroll records. Daily tasks also involve reviewing reports, approving payroll-related transactions, supporting audits, and recommending process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. The role requires hands-on leadership, strong attention to detail, and the ability to guide and coach payroll staff.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Payroll Administration, including end-to-end processing, reconciliation, and compliance


• Knowledge of Garnishments and Payroll Taxes, with the ability to apply relevant regulations and statutory requirements


• Experience managing Employee Benefits and coordinating payroll-related benefit deductions and adjustments


• Foundational Accounting skills to review payroll entries, support financial reporting, and ensure accurate general ledger postings


• Previous experience in a payroll supervisory or lead role, preferably in a shared services, BPO, or outsourcing environment


• Proficiency with payroll systems and MS Office tools (especially Excel) and the ability to learn new software quickly


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with high attention to detail and confidentiality


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and support team members


• Ability to work on-site in Metro Manila and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred