Hire Payroll Specialists in Vietnam | Save Up to 70% on Staffing Costs

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Payroll specialists are crucial for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with tax laws and regulations. Yet hiring experienced payroll professionals locally can be costly and time-consuming, especially for businesses looking to optimize costs and scale operations.

Vietnam offers a pool of skilled payroll specialists experienced in global payroll systems, tax compliance, and multi-country payroll processing. THIENTU BPO helps companies build offshore payroll teams in Vietnam—accurate, compliant, and cost-effective.

What Is a Payroll Specialist?

A payroll specialist manages the end-to-end payroll process, including calculating wages, deductions, taxes, and benefits. They handle payroll data entry, process payments, generate reports, and ensure compliance with local and international payroll laws. Payroll specialists are critical for maintaining employee satisfaction and avoiding costly compliance issues.

Why Hire Payroll Specialists in Vietnam?

Vietnam is a top destination for outsourcing across many industries—from tech and design to customer service and operations. Here's why global companies trust Vietnam for offshore hiring:

  • Educated and Skilled Talent
    Vietnam has a large talent pool of university graduates with strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.

  • Strong English and Work Culture Fit
    Many professionals speak English well and understand global work expectations, making teamwork smooth and efficient.

  • Lower Hiring and Operating Costs
    Businesses save significantly by hiring top-quality professionals at much lower costs than in the U.S., Singapore, or even India.

  • Good Time Zone Coverage
    Vietnam’s working hours overlap with major regions like APAC, Europe, and the U.S., supporting real-time collaboration.

Payroll Roles You Can Offshore

  • Payroll Specialist

  • Payroll Administrator

  • Payroll Compliance Analyst

  • Global Payroll Coordinator

  • Payroll Reporting & Analytics Specialist

  • Payroll Tax Specialist

Core Responsibilities Handled by Offshore Payroll Specialists

  • Process payroll for employees accurately and on schedule

  • Maintain and update payroll data in systems

  • Calculate wages, deductions, and taxes

  • Prepare payroll reports for management and compliance

  • Ensure compliance with local and international payroll regulations

  • Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees or management

Top Skills to Look for in an Offshore Payroll Specialist

  • Experience with global payroll systems (ADP, SAP, QuickBooks, etc.)

  • Knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance standards

  • Strong Excel skills for payroll analysis and reporting

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Good English communication skills

  • Ability to handle confidential data with discretion

Salary Comparison Table: Vietnam vs USA vs Singapore

Role Vietnam (Monthly) USA (Monthly) Singapore (Monthly)
Junior Payroll Specialist $480 – $800 $4,000 – $5,500 $3,200 – $4,500
Mid-Level Specialist $800 – $960 $5,500 – $7,200 $4,500 – $6,000
Senior Payroll Specialist $960 – $1,600 $7,200 – $9,000 $6,000 – $7,800

 

How THIENTU’s Proven Hiring Process Works

We make it easy to hire top remote talent through a structured, fast-tracked process that works across all roles and markets:

  1. Define Your Needs
    Specify the role, skill set, industry focus, language or technical requirements, and timeline—so we can tailor the search from day one.

  2. Review Qualified Candidates
    Receive a curated shortlist of pre-vetted candidates in just 5–7 business days, carefully selected to meet your defined criteria.

  3. Interview & Select
    Evaluate candidates through interviews or test projects. We support you in making confident hiring decisions based on proven qualifications.

  4. Launch with Support
    We handle onboarding, secure access, compliance, and performance tracking—ensuring a seamless start and ongoing success.

Sample Job Description: Offshore Payroll Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll runs for employees

  • Ensure accurate calculation of salaries, taxes, and deductions

  • Maintain payroll records and update employee data

  • Prepare payroll reports for management and audits

  • Assist with tax filings and compliance reporting

  • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field

  • 2+ years of payroll processing experience

  • Proficiency with payroll software (ADP, SAP, QuickBooks, etc.)

  • High attention to detail and data accuracy

  • Good English written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to manage sensitive information confidentially

FAQs

Can offshore payroll specialists handle U.S. or international payroll?

Yes. Many Vietnamese payroll professionals have experience managing multi-country payrolls and are familiar with U.S., EU, and APAC compliance requirements.

Is data security ensured for payroll information?

Absolutely. We enforce strict NDAs, secure systems, and compliance with international data protection regulations like GDPR.

What payroll software do your specialists use?

Our candidates are skilled in major platforms like ADP, SAP, QuickBooks, Paychex, and can adapt to client-specific systems.

Can they communicate directly with employees?

Yes. Offshore payroll specialists can communicate professionally in English to resolve employee questions and provide support.

How quickly can I hire a payroll specialist?

You’ll receive a shortlist of qualified candidates within 5–7 business days. Full onboarding and transition can be completed in under 3 weeks.

Hire a Payroll Specialist in Vietnam Today
THIENTU BPO helps you build cost-effective offshore payroll teams in Vietnam—accurate, compliant, and ready to support your business growth. Contact us at
info@thientu.vn to get started or schedule a free consultation.

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