APAC Payroll Lead & Automation Advocate

FrieslandCampina; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FrieslandCampina is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist in Kuala Lumpur to partner with HR SSC on end-to-end payroll operations for APAC. You will drive process harmonization, manage payroll with vendors and in-house teams, and deliver accurate, timely payroll submissions across multiple countries.

The role demands 4–5 years of payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and advanced Excel/automation capabilities to optimize processes and support audits.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in payroll operations, preferably with APAC exposure.
• End-to-end payroll and tax experience in a local/regional function.
• Strong attention to detail under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and strategic planning skills.
• Advanced skillset in Excel and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for APAC countries, coordinating with 3rd-party vendors and in-house teams.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee and departmental queries on rewards, attendance, onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with country laws and timely remittance and statutory submissions.
• Maintain payroll controls and support audits (internal & external).
• Identify opportunities to optimize and automate APAC payroll processes.
• Lead payroll operational projects with minimal supervision.
• Document work processes and update instructions regularly.

Skills

Payroll processing

APAC payroll exposure

Analytical skills

Excel

Automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

RPA

Automation (RDA)

Job description

FrieslandCampina is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist in Kuala Lumpur to partner with HR SSC on end-to-end payroll operations for APAC. You will drive process harmonization, manage payroll with vendors and in-house teams, and deliver accurate, timely payroll submissions across multiple countries.

The role demands 4–5 years of payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and advanced Excel/automation capabilities to optimize processes and support audits.