GoGlobal is hiring a
Payroll Specialist

Summary

The job involves overseeing payroll operations for Japan, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and working closely with HR and Finance teams to streamline processes. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in a related field, proficiency in Japanese and English, and at least 3-5 years of experience in Japanese payroll.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience in leading Japanese payroll operations, knows how to calculate payroll in Japan

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll operational activities for Japan including but not limited to payroll and benefit calculations, vendor coordination, annual payroll activities, research, system and template set up, payroll test run, statutory reporting, process documentation and other related activities
• Handle team escalation on client’s issues. Analyze the issue, provide advice and solutions to the team. Ensure client satisfaction before closing the case
• Maintain completion, consistency, and accuracy of payroll and employee information in local payroll system and GoGlobal system
• Manage all aspects of daily payroll function related to Japan eg. calculate, validate, compile payroll report
• Responsible for statutory filings including, but not limited to the followings: social insurance, labor insurance, Year-end tax adjustment, santeikisotodoke, geppen, rodohokennendokoshin etc
• Ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements in related jurisdictions
• Be the point of contact for Japan based BPOs and build the relationship and network
• Participate in other ad-hoc projects as requested

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in both written and spoken Japanese and English preferred
• Deep understanding of social security calculation, experience in statutory filings, knowledge of taxes, and relevant laws in Japan
• Strong proficiency in MS Office systems, Outlook, and SharePoint
• Knowledge of payroll operations in other countries is considered an advantage
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Japanese payroll, worked in a BPO business is an advantage

Benefits

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Possesses a positive attitude, an agile mindset, and a passion for working in a culturally diverse environment
• Self-motivated and dedicated to developing the team to excel in their roles