Payroll Specialist, People Services

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Date: 23 Apr 2026

Location: San Juan City, PH

Company: inchcape

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.

Here, you will unlock your full potential with career opportunities and learning experiences. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, ground-breaking innovation, and forward-thinking colleagues. If you are highly driven with a can-do attitude, and you bring out the best in yourself and others, then join us to power new futures.

Purpose of the Role This role sits within the People Services – Payroll Services structure in APAC and will be responsible to execute the end-to-end payroll related processes for multiple assigned markets according to agreed service level agreements (SLA). This includes payroll processing, coordination, reporting, tax payment, related problem solving and inquiry handling. This role works closely with other HR colleagues in People Services, HRBPs and COE colleagues ensuring alignment to global and regional direction in policies and processes. This role will also assist in the regional and global payroll projects, as needed, and stay abreast of labour, employment tax, and payroll developments in the countries within the APAC perimeter. Job role and responsibilities: Payroll Operations – Prompt & accurate monthly payroll and overtime processing Prepare payroll reports required for internal use and/or submission to relevant authorities Process government claims (Employee Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, etc.) Attend to regulatory surveys, audits and system Review and ensure payroll procedures are aligned with corporate governance controls Assist with preparation of salary and allowances budget and reviews Leave administration (where appropriate) Submit employees’ yearly income to tax authorities Submit pension/social security contribution Liaise with Data & Reporting team to ensure data is accurate, timely & complete Participate in the implementation of new system Support other financial reporting functions and ad-hoc projects Employee Data Management (payroll related) Mergers & Acquisitions – Work with Global and Regional HR integration managers to support the acquisitions and new market implementations as assigned. Policy and Processes – Collaborate with other members of the Global and Regional HR team, Tax, IT, Legal, and Finance, ensuring effective communication, prioritization, execution, and adherence to established company policies and procedures as they related to Payroll. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Hands on, functional knowledge in managing payroll operations. Knowledge of employment regulations, social insurance, and income tax reporting for assigned countries. Communication skills and the ability to work on a team. Accurate documenting skills and attention to detail. Problem analysis and ability to problem-solve. Accounting and finance skills would be an advantage. Self-managed and can take the initiative. Client service mentality; able to work with stakeholders, employees and vendors to deliver a positive employee experience.

Purpose of the Role
This role sits within the People Services – Payroll Services structure in APAC and will be responsible to execute the end-to-end payroll related processes for multiple assigned markets according to agreed service level agreements (SLA). This includes payroll processing, coordination, reporting, tax payment, related problem solving and inquiry handling. This role works closely with other HR colleagues in People Services, HRBPs and COE colleagues ensuring alignment to global and regional direction in policies and processes.

This role will also assist in the regional and global payroll projects, as needed, and stay abreast of labour, employment tax, and payroll developments in the countries within the APAC perimeter.

Job role and responsibilities:

Payroll Operations –

Prompt & accurate monthly payroll and overtime processing
Prepare payroll reports required for internal use and/or submission to relevant authorities
Process government claims (Employee Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, etc.)
Attend to regulatory surveys, audits and system
Review and ensure payroll procedures are aligned with corporate governance controls
Assist with preparation of salary and allowances budget and reviews
Leave administration (where appropriate)
Submit employees’ yearly income to tax authorities
Submit pension/social security contribution
Liaise with Data & Reporting team to ensure data is accurate, timely & complete
Participate in the implementation of new system
Support other financial reporting functions and ad-hoc projects
Employee Data Management (payroll related)

Mergers & Acquisitions – Work with Global and Regional HR integration managers to support the acquisitions and new market implementations as assigned.

Policy and Processes – Collaborate with other members of the Global and Regional HR team, Tax, IT, Legal, and Finance, ensuring effective communication, prioritization, execution, and adherence to established company policies and procedures as they related to Payroll.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Hands on, functional knowledge in managing payroll operations.

Knowledge of employment regulations, social insurance, and income tax reporting for assigned countries.

Communication skills and the ability to work on a team.

Accurate documenting skills and attention to detail.

Problem analysis and ability to problem-solve.

Accounting and finance skills would be an advantage.

Self-managed and can take the initiative.

Client service mentality; able to work with stakeholders, employees and vendors to deliver a positive employee experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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