Senior Payroll Specialist

Primary Duties & Responsibilities 1. End-to-End Payroll Ownership · Lead and execute monthly payroll for China entities (including off-cycle runs) · Oversee full payroll cycle: data collection → validation → calculation → payment → reporting · Perform complex gross-to-net calculations, including bonuses, equity, and expatriate payroll · Ensure timely and accurate salary disbursement 2. China Statutory Compliance & Expertise · Ensure compliance with China Individual Income Tax (IIT) regulations and filings · Manage social insurance and housing fund (SI & HF) contributions across different cities · Interpret and implement changes in China labor laws and tax policies · Handle year-end tax reconciliation and annual filings · Act as internal SME on China payroll regulations 3. Payroll Controls, Audit & Risk Management · Design and enforce payroll controls and validation checks · Review payroll outputs and resolve discrepancies · Lead internal and external payroll audits and ensure compliance with SOX/internal control frameworks 4. Stakeholder & Vendor Management · Collaborate with HR, Finance, Tax, Legal and external service providers on data integrity and issue resolution. · Escalation points for complex payroll issues · Provide guidance and training to junior payroll staff 5. Reporting & Analytics · Prepare payroll reports (cost analysis, variance reports, headcount reports) · Deliver insights on payroll trends and cost optimization 6. Process Improvement & Projects · Drive payroll process improvements and automation initiatives · Participate in system implementations or migrations (e.g., Oracle, SAP, ADP) and any ad-hoc payroll or HR related projects as required · Standardize payroll processes across entities or locations · Improve data accuracy and operational efficiency Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, HR, or related field. · 4-7 years of hands-on payroll experience, with strong China payroll exposure. · Strong knowledge of payroll systems (SAP & ADP) , compliance requirements and regulatory frameworks. · Detail-oriented with strong analytical & problem-solving skills. · Effective communication (English & Mandarin) and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a multicultural environment. · Ability to work independently and lead inititives Culture Commitment Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work