Payroll Coordinator APAC

Safeguard Global; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in AnyWay

Bonding Leave

2 Charitable Days

Reward & Recognition Program

Corporate bonus/SIP

Job summary

Safeguard Global is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll for our global workforce. You will ensure accurate, timely payments, maintain compliance with local regulations, and support clients with in-country requirements throughout the employee lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of experience, strong payroll knowledge, and excellent communication in English and local languages. The role offers autonomy, flexibility, and opportunities for growth in a global environment.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of working experience.
• Established knowledge of payroll concepts and local payroll legislation for supported countries.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in local language and English.
• Ability to problem solve, strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload.
• Self-directed with initiative.
• Good attention to detail and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end to end payroll cycle for Safeguard Global’s workers payroll post onboarding.
• Maintain knowledge of company payroll policies and applicable regulations.
• Investigate and correct payroll reports for out of balance issues.
• Review and approve payroll reports against housed information and client input.
• Maintain KPI and payroll input data, and payroll schedules.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll payments to workers.
• Coordinate with clients on in-country requirements during the workers life cycle.
• Update employee data and ensure records are current before payroll processing.
• Serve as the point of contact for workers queries.
• Manage funding/billing processes, generate invoices.
• Maintain worker documentation per compliance and record-keeping guidelines.

Skills

Payroll concepts

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Initiative

Organizational skills

Job description

Why join Safeguard Global?

We want to help you “Work in Any Way” - that makes time for family, commitments, and life outside, so that you can have the best of both worlds. When you own what you do and are driven to deliver, you have the flexibility to decide where and how you work.

Our roles aren’t just remote and hybrid first—they break free from the traditional ways of doing things, paving a way for A Job That Works for You.

How you will make a difference:

• Manage end to end payroll cycle for Safeguard Global’s workers payroll post onboard.
• Maintain high knowledge on all of the company’s payroll policies and governmental regulations impacting payroll preparation
• Investigate and correct payroll reports identifying out of balance payroll .
• Perform necessary review and approve payroll reports against housed information and client input
• Maintain on periodic basis KPI ,internal reporting ,payroll schedule and master payroll input .
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll payment to workers.
• Working with clients to obtain/relay expert in-country requirements during workers life cycle.
• Monitor and maintain employee data , Ensure all employee records are up to date before the payroll processing.
• Point of contact for workers queries .
• Manage the funding/billing process for payroll completing charging sheet and generating sales invoices
• Maintain and store all relevant worker documentation through the life cycle of employment as per in country compliance and record keeping guidelines.
• Manage any changes in employment contracts, changes after initial onboard such as salary changes or benefits provided.
• Ensure timely responses to queries received from workers, internal support teams, ICP/ICE and clients .
• Work through compliant offboards for all workers whether on Indefinite or Fixed Term Contracts, this could be voluntary terminations or involuntary.
• Ensure background checks are completed as requested if not finalised prior to first payroll through Implementation.

What will give you an advantage:

• Two to three years of working experience
• Established knowledge of payroll concepts , local payroll legislation for supported countries.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in local language and English
• Ability to problem solve, strong attention to detail /analytical skill – Should be able Identify, Resolve and Mitigate issues
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload.
• Self-directed individual with initiative.
• Good attention to detail and excellent organisation skills.

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is….Global! With offices worldwide, we help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. It’s all about people! Join us to meet diverse folks, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe.

Our Global Benefits

• Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Be supported with as much flexibility as possible.

• Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.

• 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.

• Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.

• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan.

Why become a Guardian:

• International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.

• Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.

• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.

Welcome to the Future of Work!

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At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.