Payroll Operations Lead overseeing payroll processing operations and managing a team for agribusiness. Ensuring accuracy and compliance in payroll for thousands of agricultural workers.
About the role
- Payroll & Benefits Analyst responsible for accurate payroll processing in Malaysia and regional markets. Collaborating with HR, Finance, and vendors to ensure compliance and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end monthly payroll processing for Malaysia and assigned regional markets, validating all payroll inputs including joiners, exits, allowances, incentives, claims, attendance, and deductions.
- Manage statutory submissions and compliance (e.g. EPF, SOCSO, EIS, income tax and equivalents), ensuring payroll processes comply with local labour laws and regulatory requirements.
- Perform payroll checks, reconciliations, and validations prior to payout, maintaining strong internal controls and audit-ready documentation.
- Process salary adjustments, promotions, bonuses, allowances, and ad-hoc payments with full accuracy and confidentiality.
- Coordinate and manage payroll vendors, regional payroll partners, and EOR providers—validating outputs, resolving discrepancies, and enforcing SLAs.
- Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and documentation for HR, Finance, and management, supporting audits, budgeting, and compensation analysis.
- Identify gaps or inefficiencies in payroll workflows and support improvements in SOPs, automation, and HRIS integration.
Requirements
- Experience in payroll operations, preferably covering multi-country or regional payroll.
- Strong understanding of Malaysian payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
- Hands-on experience with payroll systems, HRIS tools, and spreadsheets.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong problem-solving ability.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Strong coordination skills to work effectively with HR, Finance, and external vendors.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous process improvement.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
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