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The incumbent will act as the subject matter expert, partnering with HR, Finance, and external vendors to maintain the highest standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. End-to-End Payroll Processing &amp; Administration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Manage the complete and accurate monthly payroll cycle for ~900 employees, including data validation, calculation, and disbursement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process and validate all payroll inputs: new hires, terminations, resignations, contract variations, salary adjustments, bonuses, incentives, overtime, claims, allowances, and deductions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oversee the accurate computation and timely processing of final settlements (EOS calculations) for resigned and terminated employees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure precise calculation, deduction, and submission of all statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, HRDC\/Levy) and PCB (Monthly Tax Deductions).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administer and reconcile payroll-related benefits, such as medical insurance premiums and other deductions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Malaysian Payroll Compliance &amp; Governance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure 100% compliance with all Malaysian payroll statutory requirements governed by EPF, SOCSO, EIS, LHDN (PCB), and HRDC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay abreast of changes in Malaysian labour and tax laws (e.g., Budget changes, amendments to Employment Act) and implement necessary updates to payroll calculations and processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain impeccable and audit-ready payroll records and documentation for the required retention period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare, verify, and submit statutory forms and filings accurately and on time (e.g., Form E, Form CP8A, EA Forms, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve as the primary liaison and key point of contact for all payroll-related audits, inquiries, and inspections from internal audit, external audit, and government bodies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Payroll Reporting &amp; Analytics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Generate and distribute accurate monthly payroll reports, journals, and cost allocations to Finance for general ledger posting and reconciliation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop and maintain comprehensive payroll dashboards and metrics (e.g., payroll cost analysis, headcount tracking, overtime trends) to support business decision-making.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perform regular payroll reconciliation and analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies proactively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Payroll Systems &amp; Process Improvement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Act as the super-user for the payroll system (e.g., BrioHR, SQL Payroll, Sage, SAP, or equivalent), driving system optimization and ensuring data integrity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continuously identify, evaluate, and implement opportunities to streamline payroll processes, enhance automation, and improve scalability and accuracy for a growing workforce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document and standardize all payroll procedures and workflows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Stakeholder Support &amp; Query Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serve as the primary expert for resolving complex employee and stakeholder queries related to salary, taxes, deductions, and statutory contributions promptly and professionally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partner closely with the Finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting, bank reconciliation, and accounting entries related to payroll.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to ensure a seamless integration of new hires and any employee changes into the payroll system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Job Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bachelor&#8217;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum of 5-6 years of proven, hands-on experience in managing the full spectrum of payroll for a medium to large-sized organization (500+ employees) in Malaysia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must have an in-depth and practical understanding of Malaysian payroll statutory requirements:\u00a0EPF, SOCSO, EIS, HRDC, and LHDN (PCB) regulations and procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrated experience with Malaysian payroll software (e.g., BrioHR, SQL Payroll, Sage UBS, etc.) is essential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional certification in Payroll Administration is a strong advantage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Competencies:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Technical<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Malaysian Payroll Expertise:\u00a0Mastery of end-to-end payroll processing and statutory compliance in Malaysia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payroll Systems Proficiency:\u00a0Advanced skills in local payroll software and HRIS platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Excel Skills:\u00a0Expert-level proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas) for mass data validation, analysis, and reporting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analytical &amp; Reporting Skills:\u00a0Ability to analyze payroll data and create meaningful reports and dashboards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Behavioural<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meticulous Attention to Detail:\u00a0Uncompromising accuracy in handling complex calculations and data for a large employee base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High Integrity &amp; Confidentiality:\u00a0Demonstrated ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information with utmost discretion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problem-Solving &amp; Analytical Thinking:\u00a0Strong ability to investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proactive &amp; Ownership Mindset:\u00a0Takes full ownership of the payroll function and proactively drives improvements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stakeholder Management:\u00a0Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage queries and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kindly contact Ms. Jamie via WhatsApp at 012-2389953 or via email at jamie.tan@peoplelake.asia if you need further information<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About our company:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PeopleLAKE<\/strong>&nbsp;is a full-service HR solution company providing&nbsp;<strong>Recruitment, HR Outsourcing, and Corporate Training.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit us on&nbsp;<em>https:\/\/peoplelake.asia\/<\/em>&nbsp;or follow our LinkedIn page on&nbsp;<em>https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/peoplelakegroup\/<\/em>&nbsp;to get updates on latest job opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the role: The Assistant Manager, People Operations &amp; Support (Payroll) is entrusted with the accurate and compliant end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 900 employees in Malaysia. 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