Payroll Specialist

About the role

The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end payroll operations within the aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) environment. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, maintains compliance with Thai labor laws and tax regulations, oversees compensation structures including aviation-specific shift allowances, and provides strategic support in payroll policy development and benefits administration. The position requires expertise in handling complex payroll scenarios unique to the MRO industry, including overtime calculations, provident fund management, and statutory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll including salary calculations, allowances, overtime, and deductions
• Calculate and administer various allowances (shift, meal, transportation, housing, etc.)
• Process and track overtime (OT) payments in compliance with labor law
• Manage leave administration and salary impact calculations
• Administer provident fund contributions, reconciliations, and member services
• Process and file Social Security Fund (SSF) contributions and claims
• Calculate, withhold, and remit personal income tax (PIT) accurately
• Lead HRIS implementation for payroll systems and process improvements
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compensation and benefits policies
• Support organizational initiatives such as compensation reviews, job evaluation exercises, and salary structure redesigns

About you

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or specialist role
• Proven track record of managing payroll for 250+ employees
• Expert knowledge of Thai labor law, Social Security Act, Provident Fund Act, and Revenue Code
• Advanced proficiency in payroll systems and HRIS platforms
• Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas, and data analysis
• Thai: Native or fluent proficiency
• English: Professional working proficiency
• Experience in manufacturing, aviation, or MRO industry preferred
• Experience with shift-based workforce and complex allowance structures