Senior Payroll Specialist (Philippines)

📋 Description

• Own and manage payroll processing in the Philippines, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with local payroll vendors for end-to-end payroll operations and audits.
• Act as payroll SME; provide timely resolutions per SLAs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve Oyster's automated payroll processes.
• Monitor payroll laws/regulatory changes and ensure 100% compliance.
• Own local payroll HR tasks (deductions, onboarding/offboarding) in the Philippines.

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years payroll experience in the Philippines; tax, compliance, and labor laws.
• Enterprise payroll systems experience; vendor management and data validation.
• Cross-functional collaboration with finance transformation, automation (RPA).
• Strong English communication; able to explain complex payroll matters clearly.
• Excel/Google Sheets proficiency for reporting and reconciliation.
• Excellent organization; able to manage priorities in a remote environment.

🎁 Benefits

• Work from anywhere: no borders or HQ.
• Paid time off: 40 days per year.
• Mental health support via Plumm.
• Wellbeing allowance via ThanksBen wallet.
• Flexible parental leave with paid time off.
• WFH stipend for laptop and home office setup.