Job description

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and processing the company's payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payment to all employees. This role involves maintaining payroll records, closely working with payroll vendor, and adhering to all relevant regulations and company policies. The Payroll Specialist will also handle inquiries and resolve any payroll issues efficiently for assigned APAC countries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing: Process monthly payroll for employees in Asia entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.

• Record Maintenance: Maintain and update payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in payroll status.

• Deductions and Benefits: Manage employee deductions for taxes, benefits, and other withholdings.

• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all payroll laws and regulations, staying updated on changes in payroll and tax laws.

• Reporting: Prepare and submit payroll reports, summaries, and relevant documentation as required.

• Issue Resolution: Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries and discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Vendor Management: Monitor vendor performance to ensure they meet quality and delivery standards. Conduct regular performance reviews and address any issues promptly.

• Audits: Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary payroll information and documentation.

• Systems Management: Utilize and maintain payroll and leave management systems and ensure data integrity.

• Training and Development: Stay informed about payroll best practices and provide training to staff on payroll procedures as needed.

Job Requirement

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Finance/Accounting or related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.

• Experience: Solid payroll experience, more than 5 years in multi-country payroll processing; APAC regional experience preferred.

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll practices, labour laws, and tax regulations.

• Skills:

o Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

o Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

o Strong communication skills, English and Mandarin (both business-proficient); Bahasa Malaysia a plus.

o Capability to multi-task to manage multiple projects while maintain a close attention to detail and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.