About the Role
This role involves managing end-to-end payroll functions for Japan, including processing, compliance, and coordination with internal teams and external partners to ensure accurate and timely delivery.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full-cycle payroll processing for employees in Japan
- Ensure all payroll activities comply with local labor laws and tax regulations
- Collaborate with HR and finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies
- Maintain accurate employee payroll records and update as needed
- Process salary payments, bonuses, and deductions accurately and on time
- Manage year-end tax reporting and filings specific to Japan
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and compensation
- Coordinate with third-party vendors and government agencies when necessary
- Audit payroll data for consistency and correctness
- Support payroll system implementations and upgrades
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
- Ensure timely submission of statutory reports and contributions
- Stay current on changes in Japanese payroll legislation
- Assist with internal and external audits related to payroll
- Train team members on payroll policies and procedures
- Monitor payroll workflows to meet strict deadlines
- Reconcile payroll with general ledger entries
- Handle off-cycle payments and adjustments as required
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information
- Support onboarding and offboarding payroll activities
- Work across time zones to meet service expectations
- Use payroll software to generate reports and track metrics
- Escalate complex payroll issues following defined protocols
- Ensure data integrity across multiple payroll platforms
- Contribute to documentation of payroll policies and controls
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package
Work Arrangement
Remote
Team
Part of the global payroll operations team supporting international clients
Why This Role Matters
Accurate and compliant payroll processing is critical for employee trust and legal adherence in Japan. This role ensures seamless operations and supports the financial well-being of employees across the region.
What We Look For
We seek a detail-oriented professional with deep expertise in Japanese payroll systems and a track record of delivering precision in fast-paced environments.
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