ペイロール＆ローカルベネフィッツマネージャー/ Payroll & Local Benefits Manager

A global pharmaceutical company is looking for a Japan Payroll & Local Benefits Manager. The selected candidate will oversee payroll operations and benefits administration, ensuring compliance with Japanese labour laws and corporate policies. This is a hybrid setup role.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing in collaboration with external payroll vendors
• Validate payroll inputs and outputs, including salary, bonuses, deductions, and statutory contributions
• Ensure timely payroll execution in compliance with Japanese labour laws and tax regulations
• Manage payroll calendar, deadlines, reports, reconciliations, and payroll controls
• Act as the primary contact for payroll vendors, monitoring performance and conducting regular reviews
• Manage local benefits programs, liaise with providers, and support employees with benefits-related queries
• Ensure compliance with Japanese benefits regulations and reporting requirements
• Prepare and submit statutory filings and reports, supporting internal and external audits
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to align payroll and benefits processes with business needs
• Support employee lifecycle events from a payroll and benefits perspective

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• More than 5 years of experience in Japan payroll and benefits administration
• Prior experience with payroll vendors and managing outsourced payroll operations
• Experience in a multinational company or regional payroll role is ideal
• Strong knowledge of Japanese labour laws, tax regulations, and statutory benefits
• Proficient in payroll systems and MS Excel
• Familiarity with Workday, SAP, or other HRIS platforms preferred
• Professional level Japanese and English

About the Company:

A thriving pharmaceutical company that contributes to the well-being of communities and patients and remains committed to providing a dynamic work environment defined by professionalism and expertise. They are a global leader in generic pharmaceuticals, and develop, manufacture, and distribute a broad range of affordable products to customers throughout all regions of the globe.

Keywords:

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Job Ref: DLFJ5T