Payroll Specialist, South Korea

OVERVIEW:

The Payroll Specialist for South Korea will be responsible for executing the payroll, time & attendance, and benefits processing for South Korean employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments. The Payroll Specialist will focus on handling the day-to-day payroll & benefits operations using ADP Workforce Now (WFN), interfaced to Celergo, and the local ADP provider.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Process payroll for South Korean employees using ADP Workforce Now (WFN), ensuring seamless integration with Celergo and the local ADP provider.
• Validate calculations for regular wages, bonuses, overtime, and other payments, ensuring accurate deductions for taxes, pensions, and benefits.
• Ensure all payroll inputs (new hires, terminations, salary changes) are entered correctly and processed on time.
• Manage time and attendance ensuring accurate recording of hours worked, overtime, and leave in line with company policies and South Korean labor laws.
• Oversee time off accruals, including vacation, sick leave, and other leave entitlements and assist employees in understanding their leave balances and entitlements.
• Process employee benefits including healthcare, pensions, and other statutory benefits and assist employees with benefit-related inquiries and ensure proper enrollment and deductions.
• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees, providing support for any discrepancies or issues with salary, deductions, or benefits and sssist employees with understanding their pay statements, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of experience in payroll processing, with specific knowledge of South Korean payroll regulations.
• Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now (WFN) and Celergo, or similar payroll processing systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to process payroll accurately and efficiently.
• Knowledge of South Korean labor laws, tax regulations, and benefits.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in Korean.
• Experience working in a multinational environment.
• Proficiency in English

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your complete application package via email to [*], and be sure to include the position title in the subject line. Your application package must include a cover letter and resume.

Confirmation of Receipt

We will confirm receipt of your application via email, text message, or mail, based on the contact information you provide. If you don't receive a confirmation within [*]  business days, feel free to follow up with us.

Recruitment Timeline

We will keep you updated on any changes to the recruitment schedule, including delays, via email or text message. Below is the anticipated timeline for the recruitment process:

1. Application Deadline: [*] (e.g., 30 Days from Job Posting Date)
2. Initial Application Review: [*] (e.g., within 2 weeks after the application deadline)
3. Interviews: [*] (e.g., Within 1 month after the application deadline)
4. Final Decision: [*] (e.g., within 2 weeks after the last interview)

Please note that this timeline is subject to change based on the volume of applications and scheduling requirements.

Document Retention and Return Policy

We will retain all application materials until the hiring process is complete. Once the process is over, all electronic application files will be securely deleted or destroyed no later than 180 days of the application submission date. If you submit your application by mail, you may request to have your materials returned. To do so, please contact us within 14 days of the end of the recruitment process, and we will mail your documents back to you at your expense within 14 days of your request.

Notification of Results

We will notify all applicants of the hiring decision via email or text message. We appreciate your patience throughout this process and will ensure that all applicants receive updates in a timely manner.