Your new company

Global Manufacturing Company, High Autonomy, 2-3 days WFH

Your new role

• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for Japan, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations
• Manage relationships with payroll vendors and ensure service-level agreements are met
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external partners to support audits, reporting, and process improvements
• Lead payroll-related projects such as system upgrades, automation, and integration with HRIS (e.g., Workday)
• Ensure accurate calculation and payment of salaries, bonuses, and statutory deductions
• Maintain and update payroll policies and procedures in line with legal and organizational changes
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on payroll-related matters
• Prepare and analyze payroll reports for management and regulatory purposes

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll operations, preferably in a multinational or fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of Japanese labor law, social insurance, and tax regulations
• Experience managing payroll vendors and working with HRIS systems
• Native-level Japanese and business-level English (both written and spoken)
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience in team leadership or mentoring is a plus

What you'll get in return

• Competitive compensation package

• Benefits and holidays (Health care, parental and family leave, wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, tuition assistance, retirement program etc.)

• Permanent position with career progression opportunities

• Work in a global environment

• Flexible working

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this role, forward your latest resume in English and Japanese to Yeojin.Lee@hays.co.jp.

If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Please note that due to the large number of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted.