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HR Operations & Payroll Specialist
About this role
Responsibilities The HR Operations & Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing day-to-day HR operations and the employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on end-to-end payroll processing for employees in the Philippines . The role requires hands-on knowledge of payroll computation, taxation, statutory requirements, and HR administration, while also providing recruitment support when required. The HR Operations & Payroll Specialist carries out responsibilities as follows: Independently manage the end-to-end Philippine payroll process , including payroll preparation, computation, validation, reconciliation, payment coordination, and statutory reporting.
Perform and independently verify payroll and withholding tax calculations , with a strong understanding of the underlying calculations rather than relying solely on payroll systems or third-party payroll providers. Calculate and validate salaries, allowances, overtime, bonuses, incentives, deductions, adjustments, leave-related payments, 13th-month pay, final pay , and other payroll-related transactions. Calculate and validate statutory deductions and contributions, including BIR withholding tax, SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG , in accordance with applicable Philippine regulations.
Perform payroll reconciliation, identify and resolve discrepancies, and respond to employee payroll-related queries. Manage payroll-related statutory filings, year-end requirements, records, reports, and supporting documentation. Coordinate with Finance, banks, external payroll providers, and relevant government agencies as required while maintaining hands-on ownership and accountability for payroll accuracy . Handle HR administrative tasks throughout the employee lifecycle , including hiring, onboarding, employee changes, benefits administration, employee records, retention, and offboarding.
Provide recruitment support as needed , including sourcing and screening candidates, coordinating interviews, supporting the offer process, and facilitating pre-employment and onboarding activities. Work closely with hiring managers and relevant stakeholders to support recruitment requirements and ensure a smooth candidate-to-employee transition. Ensure the effectiveness of internal HR workflows and day-to-day HR administrative processes.