US Payroll and Accounting Specialist (Permanent Work at Home)

Sysgen RPO, Inc.; Makati; Remote; PHP 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysgen RPO, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Accounting Specialist in Metro Manila to support a US-based Finance and Accounting team. The role focuses on payroll inquiries, unemployment claims, accounts payable/receivable, and general finance admin with emphasis on accuracy and timely processing.

The candidate should have an accounting/finance background, strong Excel skills, and experience handling US clients. This is an on-site position based in Makati, Philippines.

Qualifications

• Background in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency with Excel, formulas, and data organization.
• Experience handling US clients is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor payroll inquiries from employees and stakeholders.
• Research payroll discrepancies and coordinate resolution with the appropriate team members.
• Maintain records of payroll inquiries, requests, and resolutions.
• Provide administrative assistance in organizing payroll-related documentation.
• Assist with unemployment claims processing and related documentation.
• Monitor and coordinate responses to unemployment-related inquiries and notices.
• Support tracking and administration of tax-related notices and correspondence.
• Monitor and manage the accounts payable email inbox.
• Review, categorize, and route incoming invoices and payment-related correspondence.

Skills

Excel basics

Attention to detail

US client experience

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Payroll and Accounting Specialist to provide administrative and transactional support to a US-based Finance and Accounting team. The successful candidate will assist with payroll-related inquiries, unemployment claims, accounts payable and receivable activities, and general finance administration. This position is primarily administrative and clerical in nature, with an emphasis on accuracy, responsiveness, and efficient processing of day-to-day transactions.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders

• Assist with researching payroll discrepancies and coordinating their resolution with the appropriate team members

• Maintain accurate records of payroll inquiries, requests, and resolutions

• Provide administrative assistance in organizing payroll-related documentation

• Assist with receiving, organizing, and processing unemployment claims and related documentation

• Monitor and coordinate responses to unemployment-related inquiries and notices

• Support the tracking and administration of tax-related notices and correspondence

• Monitor and manage the accounts payable email inbox

• Review, categorize, and route incoming invoices, inquiries, and payment-related correspondence

Qualifications

• Educational background in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience

• Basic understanding of accounting and financial administration processes

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas, data organization, and spreadsheet management

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial information

• Experience in handling US clients is REQUIRED.