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給与計算リード/ Payroll Lead

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An international HVAC solutions company is looking for a Payroll Lead. The selected candidate will oversee payroll operations, manage payroll systems and data, and support process improvements to ensure accurate and compliant payroll delivery. This is a hybrid setup and contract role.

Responsibilities:

  • Validate and reconcile time and attendance data before payroll processing
  • Execute payroll processing activities in line with the payroll calendar
  • Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure payroll accuracy
  • Monitor banking files, investigate rejections, and coordinate resolutions
  • Support statutory payroll activities, including lodgements and year-end processes
  • Manage integration data between Workday and payroll systems
  • Support payroll data interfaces and third-party integrations
  • Maintain payroll blueprints, standard operating procedures, and documentation
  • Perform testing and quality assurance for payroll-related changes
  • Prepare and analyse payroll reports
  • Respond to employee payroll inquiries and support issue resolution
  • Investigate and analyse escalated payroll issues
  • Collaborate with external payroll and system vendors
  • Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and documentation
  • Support and manage small-scale payroll-related projects
  • Contribute to operational stability during periods of change or transition

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • 3-5 years of experience in Japan payroll, HR, time and attendance, or payroll IT
  • Experience in payroll processing, payroll systems, and employee support
  • Understanding of Japanese labour law and social security regulations
  • Fluent level Japanese; business level English

Preferred requirements:

  • Hands-on experience with SAP payroll
  • Knowledge of Workday and related integrations
  • Working knowledge of payroll processing for international assignees
  • Possess a valid Payroll-related certification or qualification

About the Company:

A global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, this organisation delivers advanced heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and fire and security technologies for commercial and residential markets. Known for innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence, it offers job seekers the opportunity to join a well-established international business driving safer, smarter, and more efficient built environments.

Keywords:

給与計算, 勤怠管理, 人事システム, 社会保険, 労務管理, 給与処理, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: FBNX10

Contract Type: Contract / Haken

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: Compensation & Benefits

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: FBNX10-4CD3707F

Date posted: 24 May 2026

Consultant: Kazuko Shimozato