The primary role of this position is to lead and implement projects, supporting clients in the proactive and responsible management of their monthly payroll obligations. Client projects include payroll administration, tax declarations, and coordination with relevant departments or ministries to have things done in a timely manner and to ensure compliance with prevailing laws and regulations.

The role requires a strong technical contribution to engage and execute the work plan from the kick-off phase to full project implementation. The individual will lead project delivery, working closely with both clients and internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. A key responsibility is the preparation and management of high-quality reports delivered to clients.

As part of client service, it is important for the individual to identify the potential risks and engage with existing clients for potential business opportunities for the company.

In this senior role, the individual must be strong in communication and problem solving. The individual must be capable of leading large headcount project implementation and manage the expectations of stakeholders, including the team, clients, and the management team of HRINC Group.

This position is responsible for the overall management and successful implementation of client projects, with a strong focus on payroll administration, business tax return preparation, and compliance services. The role includes assigning projects to project assistants, ensuring implementation aligns with agreements between the company and clients, and managing internal operations to ensure accuracy, compliance and timeliness.

The candidate will have strong knowledge of labour law and tax regulations, excellent project management skills and the ability to lead client engagement from kick-off through final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

1.  Project Kick-off and Implementation Management

• Documentation of the project implementation policies and procedures as per the agreement between the client and company. These may include all the client’s corporate compliance documents, payroll structure, payroll report, payroll timeline, business tax transactions etc.
• Develop and maintain a project implementation tracking database to ensure that projects are 100% executed and completed by the deadline.
• Take the lead during the kick-off projects by working closely with clients and relevant staff personnel to ensure all requirements from clients are met. This includes setting up the client's employee database, payroll structure, and customizing payslips and payroll reports in the ERP system.
• Take the lead in client relationships and engagement, including providing the most up-to-date policies, laws, or regulations that may affect the client’s business or budget.
• Work closely with the manager for project data accuracy and timely execution of project implementation.

2.  Tax and Payroll Services

• Ensure the timely collection of all monthly payroll input update information and business tax transactions received.
• Check and ensure that all paperwork and calculations are accurately calculated, including the calculation of payroll, tax, and social security contributions, and that payroll processes are completed per project cycle.
• Prepare a monthly payroll report, including salary tax, benefit tax, and social security, based on the project timeline.
• Prepare and check the monthly tax report, then upload it to the e-tax filing government platform.
• Check payroll payment vouchers and ensure that a structure of filling is executed. This includes the signed payroll report and any other supporting documents.
• Check the clients’ taxes and NSSF payment arrangements and ensure timely payment to the government.
• Ensure all invoices are issued accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure all payments are received on time from the client.
• Cooperate with the accounting team to ensure that all transactions are entered into the system and reported on a timely basis.
• Working closely with the manager or partner and dealing with the issue regarding tax compliance
• Take prompt action for any problem or complaint from the clients.
• Keep up-to-date with any developments relating to tax law, labor law regulations, and practice.
• Dealing with government officers, if it is required
• Participate in professional development as required.
• Other tasks may be assigned from time to time by a superior team.

3.    Business Tax Return Preparation

• Prepare and implement business tax returns for assigned clients in accordance with Cambodia tax laws and regulations.
• Review business tax returns prepared by team members to ensure accuracy, completeness and consistency with supporting documents.
• Ensure that all supporting documentation (invoices, receipts, contracts, etc.) are properly collected and maintained.
• Coordinate with clients to gather financial data, resolve discrepancies, and respond to tax-related queries.
• Submit business tax returns through the relevant government platforms and ensure acknowledgment of receipt.
• Maintain knowledge of current tax laws and compliance obligations affecting client businesses.

4.    Staff management

• Training and coaching the team of subordinates
• Involve staff performance review of the subordinates
• Prepare a staff succession plan and involve the recruitment of new assistants.
• Helping the team if needed
• Other tasks assigned by managers and management team

Personal Characteristics:

• Smart, flexible, honest, and committed to strict confidentiality
• Self-motivated and committed to self-improvement
• Positive work attitude
• Demonstrate the ability to take initiative and pay close attention to detail.
• The person who is good at planning in advance and proactive, capable of managing multiple deadline and priorities.
• Good interpersonal skills, client-oriented, communication in a professional way, and problem solving
• Ability to work under pressure

Qualifications and Competencies:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in tax, business administration, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a relevant field.
• Experience in managing payroll processes across different industries.
• Good understanding of Cambodian Labor Law and compliance requirements.
• Solid knowledge of Cambodian tax laws and business tax obligations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
• Good communication skills in both spoken and written English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel (advanced), PowerPoint, and email/internet applications.