Introduction
We are seeking an experienced and meticulous Regional Payroll Specialist to oversee the end-to-end payroll function for our employees for Japan.The ideal candidate will be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the payroll regulations, taxation, and statutory requirements of these four distinct jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of all payroll processes.
Your Role And Responsibilities
End-to-End Payroll Management:
- Manage the full monthly payroll lifecycle for Japan (JP) including input validation, calculation, reconciliation, and payment execution.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of salaries, statutory contributions, perks, tax withholdings, deductions, and final payments (e.g., termination pay, severance).
- Coordinate effectively with local payroll vendors/partners in each country to ensure seamless data exchange and adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Process off-cycle payments, bonuses, and special payroll runs as required.
- Compliance and Statutory Reporting:
- Serve as the primary point of contact and SME for all payroll compliance matters in Japan.
- Ensure full compliance with local labor laws, income tax regulations, social security, pension, and other mandatory contributions (e.g., Japan Social Insurance/Nenkin)
- Manage and file all statutory reports and year-end processes (e.g., Japan Year-End Adjustment/Gensen-Choshu)
- Monitor and implement changes related to local regulatory updates and tax law reforms across all four regions.
- Data Management and Audit:
- Maintain strict confidentiality and accuracy of all payroll data, ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping for audit trails.
- Prepare and generate various payroll reports for Finance, HR, and Management analysis (e.g., GL postings, cost center allocations, headcount reports).
- Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Manage and maintain payroll data within the HRIS/Payroll
📌 Payroll Professional (Bengaluru)
🏢 IBM
📍 Bengaluru