Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Workplace Circumstances

• Environment: Office
• Languages: English, Khmer
• Location: Phnom Penh

Position Summary

Department Human Resources

Reports To HR Manager

Working Days: Monday–Friday

The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and overseeing monthly payroll operations across multiple business units, ensuring accurate salary calculations, statutory compliance, timely payments, and proper payroll records.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Payroll Management
• Manage and process monthly payroll for multiple business units.
• Review and verify salary calculations, allowances, deductions, bonuses, overtime, and final payments.
• Ensure accurate attendance, leave, and employee movement records.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports and payment summaries.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Finance to ensure timely salary payments.
• Tax & Statutory Compliance
• Ensure payroll practices comply with applicable Cambodian Labour Law and regulations.
• Calculate and verify monthly Tax on Salary (ToS).
• Manage NSSF contributions and employee declarations.
• Verify pension fund contributions and deductions in accordance with applicable requirements and company policy.
• Keep updated on changes in labour, tax, and statutory requirements.
• Payroll Control & Audit
• Conduct regular payroll reviews and audits to identify discrepancies.
• Verify salary adjustments, transfers, promotions, and employee terminations.
• Maintain accurate payroll documentation and strict confidentiality.
• Identify payroll risks and recommend process improvements.
• Develop and maintain payroll procedures and internal controls.
• Coordination & Reporting
• Coordinate with HR, Accounting, and Finance teams across business units.
• Respond to employees’ payroll-related inquiries.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports for management review.
• Support internal and external payroll audits.

Languages

• Khmer - Good
• English - Good

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.

General & Technical Skills

• At least 4–5 years of relevant payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of Cambodian Labour Law, Tax on Salary, and NSSF requirements.
• Experience handling payroll for multiple companies or business units is an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, and formulas.
• Experience with HRIS or payroll systems is preferred.
• Payroll accuracy and attention to detail.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and auditing skills.
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and coordination.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.