Payroll Specialist

John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited

A highly-diversified and global corporation, the Swire Group’s businesses encompass property, aviation, beverages and food chain, as well as marine and trading & industrial activities. Its core businesses are mainly focused in Asia, with its key operations in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. Within Asia, Swire's activities come under the Group's publicly quoted arm, Swire Pacific Limited, which is the largest shareholder in two Hong Kong listed companies: Swire Properties and Cathay Pacific Airways.

John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited is the holding company of the publicly-listed conglomerate, Swire Pacific Ltd.  Our Finance & Accounts Department is now inviting candidates to apply for the following position:

Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities: 

• Execute monthly regular and off-cycle payrolls in a timely and accurate manner, and collaborate with related parties to address any payroll-related issues promptly
• Prepare and submit various employer tax returns to the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) punctually, handle Hong Kong notional tax obligations, and coordinate tax refunds for employees on secondment outside of Hong Kong
• Record payroll-related accounting entries, such as payroll journals and debit notes for staff cost recovery, ensuring payroll records are kept in compliance with regulations and company policies
• Prepare payroll-related reporting and analysis, such as staff costs forecast and annual budget
• Administer various employee loan programmes, such as housing and interest-free loans
• Maintain meticulous payroll records and support payroll and ORSO audits, ensuring data integrity and compliance with local regulation
• Identify areas for process, workflows and system enhancement, and lead initiatives to digitise and streamline payroll operations
• Perform ad hoc tasks as and when assigned

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• An Associate Degree in Human Resources Management, Accounting or other related disciplines, with at least 5 years of relevant experience in payroll management 
• Strong knowledge of the Hong Kong Employment Ordinance, and Hong Kong notional tax calculation and regulations related to Hong Kong Salaries Tax Filing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel. Candidates with experience in SAP payroll and accounting systems will be an advantage
• Good attention to detail, with strong ability in data analytics and problem-solving
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a keen awareness of confidentiality and ensuring sensitive information is handled with discretion
• Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese. Fluent Putonghua is desirable

Application:
At Swire, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all our people regardless of their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship, family status, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, religious or political beliefs. We believe in creating an environment where people feel comfortable at work and are able to realise their full potential.

We offer a competitive package to the right candidate. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, you can send your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. We will contact all shortlisted candidates.
 

The Swire group is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be used exclusively for selection purposes and handled confidentially by authorised personnel only. Your application may also be considered for other suitable positions within the Swire group (please indicate clearly on your application if you would not like to be considered for other positions within the group.) Following the data privacy ordinance, all unsuccessful applications will be destroyed after an appropriate time.