Cruise Administration Services, Inc., a Carnival Cruise Line entity in the Philippines, is currently looking for a Payroll Coordinator.

Only candidates located in the Philippines to apply.

Job Summary:

The Payroll Coordinator uses specialized knowledge to perform activities related to timely and accurately prepare, process, audit and reconcile multi-site, multi cycled, multi-currency domestic and international payroll for over 40,000 employees. Partners with internal and external customers to resolve wages, deductions and banking inquiries and variances. Works closely with Paymasters, HR and Management to implement and ensure compliance to company's and department's strategies and vision.

Essential functions:

• Process payroll, adjustments, deductions, and reconciliations, amending any inefficiencies or inaccuracies that crop up during the payroll audit while conducting the payroll process. Performs daily payroll operations including the review of department time records, appropriate tax calculations, appropriate execution of payroll interfaces, payroll closing and cost allocation process, year-end payment bonuses, RSUs, or tax forms and the payment of benefits distributions process.

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of upstream and downstream processes in all payroll related processes while performing continuous analysis in order to recommend solutions that improve, streamline and optimize compensation.

• Prepare and declare withholdings and deductions including garnishments. Analyzing payroll variances and validating final reports to ensure accuracy.

• Produces checks or electronic transfers and works closely with other departments, banking institutions and or payments processor towards accurate and timely payment remittance. Also reviews and resolve banking /electronic payment inquiries (pay cards, ACH, foreign wires).

• Research wage inquiries/disputes and coordinate resolution with other departments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field
• At least 2 years of payroll or related experience
• Experience working with large datasets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Solid communication and customer service skills
• Experience with Lawson, Kronos, or Dayforce is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Payroll certification (e.g., CPP) is an advantage
• Strong math and problem-solving skills
• Must be based in Metro Manila, Philippines or nearby provinces for onsite requirements as needed