Senior Payroll Coordinator

<p><b>Why join Safeguard Global?  </b></p><p>We want to help you <b>“work in any way</b>” — that means making time for family, commitments, and life outside of work so that you can have the best of both worlds. When you own what you do and are driven to deliver, you have the flexibility to decide where and how you work. </p><p></p><p>Our roles aren’t just remote and hybrid first—they break free from the traditional ways of doing things, paving a way for a<b> job that works for you. </b></p><p></p><p><b>Role Overview</b></p><p>The Senior Payroll Coordinator will include managing the life cycle of each workers employment with Safeguard Global. Key priorities for this position include day-to-day query management, ensuring smooth, efficient, compliant payroll processing for our clients working closely with internal/external providers, generation of sales invoices and ensuring timely and accurate worker payments.</p><p></p><p><b>How you will make a difference:</b> </p><ul><li><p>Maintain high knowledge of all the company's payroll policies and governmental regulations impacting payroll preparation.</p></li><li><p>Perform necessary review and approve payroll reports against housed information and client input.</p></li><li><p>Maintain on periodic basis KPI, internal reporting, payroll schedule and master payroll input.</p></li><li><p>Working with clients to obtain/relay expert in-country requirements during workers life cycle.</p></li><li><p>Monitor and maintain employee data, ensure all employee records are up to date before the payroll processing. Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll payment to workers.</p></li><li><p>Manage any changes in employment contracts, changes after initial onboard such as salary changes or benefits provided.</p></li><li><p>Ensure timely responses to queries received from workers, internal support teams, ICP/ICE and clients.</p></li><li><p>Work through compliant offboards for all workers whether on Indefinite or Fixed Term Contracts, this could be voluntary termination or involuntary.</p></li><li><p>Ensure background checks are completed as requested if not finalized prior to first payroll through Implementation.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What will make you stand out:</b>  </p><ul><li><p>Must have 4+ years of APAC payroll experience and can manage end to end payroll cycle for Safeguard Global’s workers payroll post onboard.</p></li><li><p>Established knowledge of payroll concepts, local payroll legislation for supported countries.</p></li><li><p>Excellent written and oral communication skills in local language and English.</p></li><li><p>Ability to problem solve, strong attention to detail /analytical skill – Should be able Identify, Resolve and Mitigate issues.</p></li><li><p>Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.</p></li><li><p>Self-directed individual with initiative.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Who we are and what we do:</b> </p><p>Safeguard Global is….global! With offices worldwide and a workforce in 50+ counties, <b>we enable global expansion without the risk</b> by helping 1,500+ customers to hire, manage, and pay their employees in nearly 190 countries. It's all about people! Join us to meet diverse folks, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing talent from around the globe.</p><p></p><p><b>Our Global Benefits:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>Autonomy and Flexibility (work in any way):</b> Remote first, with the flexibility to include life needs like school runs and gym breaks in your schedule<u>,</u> all while maintaining a high standard of work.</p></li><li><p> <b>Generous leave: </b>Enjoy a competitive leave package including paid bonding leaves for new additions to your family   </p></li><li><p><b>Make a difference: </b>Get 2 paid charitable days off to contribute to causes you believe in</p></li><li><p><b>Corporate bonus/SIP:</b> All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan. </p></li><li><p><b>International environment:</b> Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">expertise.  </span></p></li><li><p><b>Human centered culture:</b> We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.</p></li><li><p><b>Learning:</b> We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace. </p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Next Steps:</b> </p><p>To apply, please click on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, or provide a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time. </p><p><b>Welcome to the future of work! </b></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians. </span></p>

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