Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan

Updated November 4, 2026

Find payroll specialist jobs in Japan from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Payroll Administrator, Payroll Manager, Payroll Analyst and Payroll Coordinator.

Latest Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan

Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan at a glance

Companies hiring
LexisNexis Risk Solutions Inc. Company, Rakuten Group, Tory Burch, CSL Behring, Medline Industries and Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte
Cities
Tokyo, JAPAN-Tokyo-MitaGarden and Tokyo-東京都
Work setup
Hybrid
Levels
Senior
Job types
Full-time
Skills in demand
Auditing, Payroll Management, Customer Service Delivery, Data Analysis & Reporting, Payroll Compliance & Regulations, Tax Preparation, Spreadsheet & Database Reporting, Problem Solving

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Payroll Specialist jobs

Payroll specialists run payroll accurately and on time, handle tax filings and deductions, and answer employee pay questions.

Also posted as

  • Payroll Administrator
  • Payroll Manager
  • Payroll Analyst
  • Payroll Coordinator

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Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan: questions

Where can I find Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan?

JobLookout collects Payroll Specialist openings in Japan from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan?

Recent listings include roles at LexisNexis Risk Solutions Inc. Company, Rakuten Group, Tory Burch, CSL Behring, Medline Industries and Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in Japan are Payroll Specialist jobs?

Recent listings are in Tokyo, JAPAN-Tokyo-MitaGarden and Tokyo-東京都.

Are there remote Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan?

Most recent listings are hybrid. Remote roles appear when companies post them, and the work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Auditing, Payroll Management, Customer Service Delivery, Data Analysis & Reporting, Payroll Compliance & Regulations, Tax Preparation, Spreadsheet & Database Reporting, Problem Solving. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

What job titles count as Payroll Specialist?

This list groups related titles, including Payroll Administrator, Payroll Manager, Payroll Analyst and Payroll Coordinator, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan?

Recent listings range from senior. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Payroll Specialist roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Payroll Specialist roles in Japan?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in Japan?

Yes. This page is Payroll Specialist openings located in Japan, including remote roles that still require Japan.

Can I see Payroll Specialist jobs in other countries?

Yes. Payroll Specialist jobs are also listed for United States, India, Canada, Poland, United Kingdom and Philippines. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Payroll Specialist job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: accounting, planning, audit, or a business-partner seat; systems they name; close, forecast, or reporting as the core of the week.

How do I apply to Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Payroll Specialist jobs in Japan?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Payroll Specialist jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Payroll Specialist?

Similar roles include Accountant, Controller / Finance Manager, Auditor, Financial Analyst and Investment Analyst / Banker.