Asia Payroll Hub Hiring! Full Time Payroll Director (APAC) in - Ricebowl

Company Description Asia Payroll Hub is a specialized provider of outsourced payroll and HR services, helping organizations streamline operations and maximize efficiency across the APAC region. By managing complex payroll and HR processes, the company enables clients to reduce costs, ensure compliance with evolving regulations, and focus on core business activities. Asia Payroll Hub offers access to dedicated expertise, scalable solutions, and robust security measures that support growing and dynamic enterprises. The company’s services are designed to help businesses optimize resources, mitigate risk, and maintain a competitive edge in today’s fast-changing market.
Role Description The Payroll Director (APAC) is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries in the Asia-Pacific region. This role manages the delivery of payroll services, ensures accurate and timely processing, and maintains compliance with local labor, tax, and social security regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading regional payroll teams, reviewing complex payroll calculations, managing garnishments and statutory deductions, and resolving escalated payroll issues. The Payroll Director will collaborate with HR, finance, and external partners, drive process improvements, implement best practices, and support systems enhancements to ensure high service quality and operational efficiency. The role also involves monitoring regulatory changes, advising on risk mitigation, and supporting regional business expansion from a payroll perspective.
Qualifications

• Strong skills in Payroll Administration and Payroll Management for multi-country APAC operations
• Demonstrated experience in Payroll Services delivery, including vendor management and service-level oversight
• Knowledge of Garnishments and statutory deductions, with the ability to handle complex individual cases
• Expertise in Payroll Taxes, including regional tax regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements
• Extensive experience in a senior or director-level payroll role, ideally within an outsourcing or shared services environment
• Proficiency with payroll systems and HRIS platforms, and familiarity with process automation and data integrity controls
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, HR, or a related field; professional payroll or HR certifications are an advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional APAC languages are beneficial
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage regional teams, and thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment