Payroll Expert

About Uplift

Uplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 52 countries, we combine speed and cutting-edge technology to source top executive and mid-senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.

About Our Client

Our client is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. They combine HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform - helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

We are looking for "Payroll Expert" for their organization in Japan.

The Payroll Expert serves as a regional subject matter expert, owning end-to-end payroll execution for specific countries or regions. This role requires deep technical expertise in local payroll regulations, systems implementation, and vendor management. The Payroll Expert acts as the go-to resource for complex payroll matters while driving continuous improvement in payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select relevant software for running payroll, incorporating Deel product technology requirements
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of payroll in your region, as well as in other trained countries
• Prepare and reconcile internal payroll reports, ensuring compliance with local tax authorities
• Own all critical local payroll and HR processes, including setting up involuntary deductions, supporting onboardings and offboardings of employees on record in your region
• Schedule payroll expenses collections and reconcile collections to expenses
• Assess and improve rapid growth processes and procedures, ensuring compliance
• Stay informed of relevant local regulatory and policies changes, communicating and establishing key changes across teams
• Work cross-functionally to provide expertise on local payroll and HR matters in your region
• Answer complex payroll and HR related questions from employees and clients in your region

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution
• 5+ years of payroll and HR experience with experience in relevant country
• Strong working knowledge of Japan local regulations and policies related to payroll and HR
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines timely and accurately
• Strong verbal and written skills to connect with clients and align with various stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills, explaining complex issues at an understandable level
• Advanced knowledge of local payroll software solutions
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
• Strong proficiency in English
• Experience managing technology and external payroll providers is an advantage
• Experience with implementation of new payrolls on an industry-recognized payroll solution is preferred

Benefits 

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access