Barclays is seeking a Payroll and HR Ops Specialist for a fixed-term position in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on managing payroll functions and providing support on HR-related matters. The role requires strong technical expertise in payroll processing and compliance, along with effective collaboration across HR and business teams
Job Summary
The role involves managing end-to-end payroll functions including calculating pay, withholding taxes, and maintaining accurate records for diverse employee groups.
Candidates will act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external providers while ensuring compliance with all statutory obligations.
This is a fixed-term position until 2026 YE supporting HR activities in Japan, requiring collaboration across HR specialist teams and business heads.
Matching Summary
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Barclays is seeking a Payroll and HR Ops Specialist for a fixed-term position in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on managing payroll functions and providing support on HR-related matters. The role requires strong technical expertise in payroll processing and compliance, along with effective collaboration across HR and business teams.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Processing payroll for hourly salaried employees
Calculating taxes and statutory deductions
Managing statutory filings and government notices
Supporting employees on payroll queries
Collaborating with third-party payroll providers
Nice-to-have
Experience in fast-paced team environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to drive continuous improvement
Knowledge of risk mitigation and controls
Strategic thinking and business acumen
Key Requirements
Legal Right to Work in Japan
In-depth technical knowledge in payroll operations
Experience leading or supervising teams (if applicable)
Understanding of Japanese statutory reporting requirements