Payroll Specialist (APAC)

TLDR

Join a dynamic global team to manage payroll processes across multiple APAC regions and ensure compliance with payroll-related regulations.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled Payroll Professional with a strong combination of technical payroll expertise and accounting fundamentals. The ideal candidate will have experience managing payroll across Singapore, India, China, Australia, and Japan, so experience in any of these countries is what we’re looking for.

  • Prepare and process payrolls for employees in the APAC & EMEA. 
  • Ensure the timely delivery of semi-monthly and monthly payroll files.
  • Work closely with the People Operations (HR) and Finance teams to ensure the accuracy of the payroll data. Including, but not limited to, data related to new hires, terminations, transfers, variable compensation inputs and job information changes.
  • Review employee’s expense reports.
  • Maintain the updated employee information in our tools (Expensify and Netsuite).
  • Carry out communication with Finance and payroll providers, creating and maintaining files as needed.
  • Ensure stock based compensation activity is accurately captured in employees pay profiles and related taxes are remitted to tax authorities.
  • Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing tasks.
  • Support the execution of annual statutory audits pursuant to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, as well as regional, internal, and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and the timely delivery of audit documentation and responses.
  • Support other members of the finance team as needed.

Here's what we are looking for: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of payroll experience in APAC countires
• Strong accounting knowledge, including: Payroll reconciliations, Journal entries, Month-end close support
MUST have experience in ADP
• Experience working within a SOX-controlled environment and understanding of internal controls.
• Knowledge of labor laws, social security regulations, and payroll tax compliance.
• Experience with NetSuite or similar cloud-based ERP systems.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

    What We Offer:

    • Competitive compensation
    • Flying Start - Our immersive Global Induction Program (Meet our Execs & Global Teams)
    • Work with brilliant people that will keep you on your toes, learn more about their journeys by checking out #InsideFlywire on social media
    • Dynamic & Global Team (we have been collaborating virtually for years!)
    • Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health, Wellness, Yoga/Pilates/HIIT Classes) with Global FlyMates 
    • Be a meaningful part in our success - every FlyMate makes an impact
    • Competitive time off including FlyBetter Days to volunteer in a cause you believe in and Digital Disconnect Days!
    • Great Talent & Development Programs (Managers Taking Flight – for new or aspiring managers!)

    Submit today and get started!

    We are excited to get to know you! Throughout our process you can expect to meet with different FlyMates including the Hiring Manager, Peers on the team, the VP of the department, and a skills assessment. Your Talent Acquisition Partner will walk you through the steps and be your “go-to” person for any questions.

    Flywire is an equal opportunity employer. With over 40 nationalities across 12 different offices diversity, gender equality, and inclusion are at the core of our people agenda. We believe our FlyMates are our greatest asset, and we’re excited to watch our unique culture evolve with each new hire.

    #LI-Hybrid

    Benefits

    Talent & Development Programs

    Great Talent & Development Programs (Managers Taking Flight – for new or aspiring managers!)

    Flywire is a global payments enablement and software company that tackles high-stakes payments in education by providing modern technology solutions. With over 4,800 clients across various industries, it ensures seamless payment experiences for both businesses and their customers.

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