TMF

TMF Group is a leading provider of administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. As we’re a global company with 11,000+ colleagues based in over 125 offices across 87 jurisdictions, we actively seek out people with the talent and potential to flourish at TMF Group, whatever their background, and offer job opportunities to the broadest spectrum of people. Once on board we nurture and promote talented individuals, making sure that senior positions are open to all.

TMF is hiring a senior payroll specialist with Japanese Speaker in Chengdu office.

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for Japan, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local laws and company policies.
• Oversee statutory filings, year-end tax adjustments (年末調整), and social insurance procedures.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external clients
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior payroll staff or HR team members.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to support audits, reporting, and policy development.
• Analyze payroll data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Manage complex payroll scenarios including expatriate payroll, tax equalization, and executive compensation.
• Stay current with changes in Japanese labor laws, tax regulations, and social insurance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in payroll systems, automation, and employee experience.
• understandign of other parts of the business such as HR, accounting and Tax, HR, Cosec, etc.
• other tasks as requested by the company

1)  Bachelor's degree with HR or Accounting will be an advantage.

2)   At least 2 years of relevant experience in international companies or professional firms preferred. Japanese above N2 is a Must.

3)   Working knowledge and experience of the Local country Labor Ordinances, payroll administration and pension regulations.

Pathways for career development 

• Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work.
• We provide internal career opportunities so you can take your career further within TMF
• Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy

Making an impact 

• You’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients
• Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work

A supportive environment 

• Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace
• Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work-life balance to perform at your best.