(100% Remote) Payroll Specialist - Japanese/English

Cinter Career

10d•Remote

About The Position

As part of our HR consulting services, we are seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end U.S. payroll operations for client companies. This position is fully remote within the United States and will support payroll operations for multiple clients, including payroll services for Japanese expatriates and assignees relocated from Japan to the U.S.

Requirements

Hands-on experience in U.S. payroll operations
Business-level or higher Japanese language proficiency
Experience supporting expatriate or international assignee payroll
Experience working in multi-client or complex payroll environments
Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll tax regulations and compliance
Experience using payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or Paychex
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
High level of accuracy, accountability, and problem-solving skills
Experience working with Japanese companies or Japanese expatriates

Nice To Haves

Experience in HR consulting, payroll outsourcing, or BPO environment
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end U.S. payroll processing for multiple client companies
Ensure accurate and timely payroll calculations and processing
Handle multi-state payroll operations
Respond to day-to-day payroll-related inquiries from clients
Review and validate payroll data and related records etc
Process payroll for Japanese expatriates and assignees working in the United States
Support shadow payroll, tax equalization, and split payroll arrangements
Collaborate with global mobility teams and external tax advisors
Manage payroll while considering U.S. and Japan tax and social security requirements etc
Explain payroll calculations, taxes, and deductions to clients
Support payroll setup for new clients and newly hired employees
Collaborate with HR, benefits, and accounting teams etc
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
Support payroll tax filings, W-2 preparation, and year-end payroll processes
Respond to inquiries from tax authorities and support payroll audits etc
Operate and support payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, and Paychex
Document client-specific payroll processes
Propose improvements to enhance efficiency and payroll accuracy etc