Job Title: Assistant Manager – Philippines Payroll & Benefits

Department: HR Shared Services

Business line/Function: Functions

Location: Mumbai

Position Purpose

Responsible for managing payroll and benefits operations, HR accounting, statutory compliances in accordance with internal guidelines & external regulatory framework.

Responsibilities

Payroll Operations

Compile Payroll Instruction Sheets (salary, allowances, deductions) and submit to Manila HR team for review/approval.
Upload employee payroll data into payroll vendor portal and forward the supporting excel files to the vendor for processing.
Review Payroll Registers shared by payroll vendor and flag discrepancies and obtain final approval.
Prepare Cover Sheets and attach to Finance's Fund Requests for payroll funding.
Validate information in the internal payment portal (PDAP) once Finance encodes data; confirm document uploads are correct.
Notify approvers to release funds in PDAP and via HSBC transfer.
Request BIPO to remit government contributions (SSS, PHIC, HDMF, 1601‑C) and generate the 1601‑C filing. Review the output before sending to tax advisors.
Submit 1601‑C and payroll registers to tax advisors for filing; respond to their queries or validation requests.
Replicate the 1601‑C process for any other compensation‑related filings (e.g., bonuses, equity).
Update employee statutory contributions for HDMF, PHIC, SSS whenever changes occur (e.g., salary adjustments, new hires).
Assist the Tax Team with payment of Expanded Withholding Tax (EWT) and other applicable taxes.
Interact with Employees on all payroll Operations related queries and ensure quick resolution to enhance employee experience.
Monitor accuracy and quality provided by putting in place appropriate controls.

Internal Accounting And Audits

Prepare and ensure accounting entries for Manila payroll are correctly posted in the system and perform accounting controls
Coordinate with Manila HR team and assist with internal and external audits and provide all the required information

Insurance & Other Employee Benefits

Administer the Insurance benefits for employees
Liaise with insurance service providers to ensure optimum employee experience.
Process all invoices and ensure accuracy in payments
Administer any other benefit which may be introduced for employees

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

Knowledge of payroll and accounting
Understanding of HR processes and procedures
Knowledge on statutory taxation and related matters
Strong and Advanced MS Excel knowledge
Solution Driven

Specific Qualifications

Master's degree or equivalent with at least 7+ years of experience in HR Payroll Process & Benefits for offshoring entities

Experience Level

At least 7 years

About BNP Paribas Group

BNP Paribas is the European Union's leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group's commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.

About BNP Paribas India Solutions

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union's leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.

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