Payroll SpecialistGrant Thornton Philippines

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for performing procedures assigned by the engagement Senior Payroll Specialist and/or Assistant Manager/Manager - Payroll. Such procedures may vary with the nature and scope of the engagement and the experience of the Payroll Specialist.
In all phases of an engagement, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for conducting the work in accordance with the quality standards of the Company and of the profession.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Engagement Management
Understand payroll, tax and related laws sufficiently to perform the job.
Understand fully client's payroll policies.
Execute the procedures in the work program assigned to him/her by the engagement Senior Payroll Specialist and/or Assistant Manager/Manager - Payroll.
Update superiors of work progress; give feedback on work performed, difficulties encountered, and issues identified.
Upon instruction/approval by the Assistant Manager/Manager - Payroll, communicate with the client with regard to payroll instructions, issues, etc.
Make effective use of job-related tools (e.g. MCCAPS, PaySQL, Corona/Dorado, e-Payslip, Nexus, Gmail etc.)
Produce deliverables that are 100% correct at all times.
Submit deliverables within set deadlines.
Assume new or different work assignments and schedules willingly. Modify work methods to meet changing needs of the team or client, without compromising ethical standards.
Seek and recommend efficient and effective ways to accomplish objectives better.
Show receptiveness to new ideas. Perform new and different approaches with a positive attitude and commitment to success.
Perform any task or assignment that may, from time to time, be delegated by a superior.
Relationship Management
Promote the image of the Company as a provider of high-quality services through good customer relations and responsiveness to clients' needs, concerns, and requests.
Work harmoniously and effectively with other members of the team.
Actively participate in official company activities such as quarterly socials, outings.
Maintain a "can-do" and positive attitude at all times in accepting assignments and working with any other P&A Grant Thornton personnel.
Professional Development
Attend on-the-job trainings or internal/external seminars for professional development.
Request from the Senior Payroll Specialist or Assistant Manager/Manager - Payroll Performance Review Reports (PRRs) for each engagement.
Reach out to mentor and attend mentoring activities.
Administrative Functions
Comply with P&A Grant Thornton administrative policies and procedures.
Complete and submit accurate time reports in a timely manner.
Maintain confidentiality at all times. Will not disclose or make use of any confidential information that he/she may acquire in the course of the engagement other than to properly perform his/her work in connection therewith.
Perform any task or assignment that may, from time to time, be delegated by a superior.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in in Human Resources Management or Finance;
Well-developed communication (oral and written)
Independent skills and positive work attitude
Knowledge in Microsoft Excel is needed.