Payroll Specialist (Philippines, Remote)
About B Consulting
B Consulting is a premier outsourced finance, accounting, and HR firm focused on supporting funded, high-growth startups and early-stage businesses in the tech and consumer product sectors. We provide founders with financial roadmaps to make smart financial decisions. Using best-in-class software and processes, we deliver peace of mind.
The Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Specialist based in the Philippines to support payroll operations across a portfolio of startup clients. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, payroll reporting support, and payroll administration across multiple entities and systems.
The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, payroll operations experience, and a process-driven mindset suited for a fast-paced, high-touch environment supporting early-stage and high-growth startup clients. This role will report to the Payroll Operations Manager (US based) and work closely with the HR and the accounting teams to support scalable and compliant payroll operations across a growing client portfolio.
Responsibilities
Support end-to-end U.S. payroll processing across multiple startup clients
Assist with payroll data entry, payroll audits, and payroll reconciliation support
Validate employee deductions, payroll changes, bonuses, commissions, and reimbursements
Support payroll setup and termination processing for new hires and departing employees
Support payroll-related benefits deductions and contribution tracking for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans
Assist with payroll tax reporting, filings, and year-end documentation support (W-2s, 1099s)
Support payroll-related equity compensation reporting and payroll events
Assist with payroll accrual reporting and month-end close support
Maintain payroll records, documentation, and internal controls
Work within payroll systems including Gusto, Rippling, Justworks, Deel, ADP, or similar platforms
Identify opportunities to improve payroll workflows and operational efficiency
Partner closely with Payroll Operations, HR, and Accounting teams to support accurate and timely payroll operations
Qualifications & Experience
Required
3+ years of payroll, HR operations, or payroll administration experience
Experience supporting U.S. payroll operations preferred
Experience supporting multiple clients, entities, or business units
Experience with payroll systems such as Gusto, Rippling, Justworks, Deel, or similar platforms
Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Preferred
Experience supporting startup or outsourced services environments
Familiarity with U.S. payroll taxes, deductions, and compliance processes
Experience supporting payroll reconciliations and month-end reporting
Experience working remotely with U.S.-based teams
Compensation
Target compensation range: $18,000 – $24,000 ($7-$9/hour) commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Why Join B Consulting
Work with innovative, high-growth startup clients
Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment
Opportunity to grow within a scaling finance and HR operations platform
Remote, flexible, and impact-driven culture