Payroll Specialist

Reporting directly to the Sr. Manager, Global Payroll.  A key contact for HR, Finance, & Payroll Vendors. Under direction, performs a variety of functions in the preparation, processing, maintenance, verification and reconciliation of payroll/benefit records and payment of salaries to Yahoo employees in our APAC region. Coordinates work processes that require a working knowledge of payroll, resource information systems & payroll processes. Frequently exercises independent judgment, as well as discretion and tact, in the processing of documents and information of a confidential or sensitive nature. Performs related duties as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities

• To work with our third party payroll partners to process and support the monthly payroll for 1,000 employees in our APAC region

• Checking and correcting payroll data in accordance with pre-agreed deadlines prior to formal approval by the Sr. Manager, Global Payroll

• Responsible for safeguarding payroll procedures and ensuring internal controls are adhered to at all times

• Contact for payroll related issues at Yahoo dealing effectively with queries from our Providers, HR, the business, employees and third parties

• Assist with calculations of payroll additions / deductions as appropriate, including, holiday pay, pension scheme contributions and additional benefits

• Coordinate basic operational duties and responsibilities of the Payroll department

• To assist with financial aspects of payroll - monthly journals/monthly analysis

• Review, reconcile and balance payroll and benefit data for regular payrolls to ensure accuracy of reporting and distribution of funds

• Reconcile and report all payroll tax information to proper authorities

• Ensure all payment & filing deadlines are met to prevent penalties

• Recommend and maintain payroll controls for data integrity and accuracy

• Prepare ad hoc reports as necessary

• Assist in developing new procedures as needed

• Answer queries from internal and external clients, resolve problems and recommend solutions

• Ad-hoc projects as and when required

• Other duties assigned or apparent.