Expatriate Programs Lead | Payroll & HR Ops

Sojitz Corporation of America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sojitz Corporation of America is seeking an expatriate program administrator to manage end-to-end assignment processes, onboarding, payroll, and visa tracking. You will coordinate with Finance, HR and other departments to ensure a smooth expatriate experience.

The role requires coordinating tax returns with external consultants, maintaining records, and supporting HR operations. In-person office work is a regular component, with opportunities to lead process improvements within HR operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience preferable.
• Fluency in Japanese: speak/read/write.
• Proficient in SAP, Concur, Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of general accounting/bookkeeping principles.
• Ability to recognize and adjust routine accounting entry errors.
• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude, strong verbal and communications skills with clients and coworkers.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and work as a member of a team.
• Must possess basic analytical skills, meet deadlines and maintain confidential information.
• Organizational and time management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end expatriate program including onboarding and visa tracking.
• Administer expatriate payroll and SAP entries.
• Coordinate expatriate tax return procedures with external consultants.
• Provide HR operations support to HR & General Affairs department.
• Maintain program records and reporting for HR operations.
• Serve as primary contact for expatriate employees and liaise with HQ HR.

Skills

Japanese fluency

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork / cooperative attitude

Tools

SAP

Concur

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Sojitz Corporation of America is seeking an expatriate program administrator to manage end-to-end assignment processes, onboarding, payroll, and visa tracking. You will coordinate with Finance, HR and other departments to ensure a smooth expatriate experience.

The role requires coordinating tax returns with external consultants, maintaining records, and supporting HR operations. In-person office work is a regular component, with opportunities to lead process improvements within HR operations.