Assistant Manager/Senior Executive, Human Resources

SEG International Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SEG International Bhd in Malaysia seeks a technically proficient Senior Payroll Specialist to lead payroll operations across a group of companies. You will ensure statutory compliance, drive efficiency in the Shared Services framework, and provide high-level manpower cost analytics to the corporate office.

Role requires 4–6 years in payroll, strong Power BI/Excel skills, and familiarity with Orisoft HCMS. You will support audits, system enhancements, and multi-entity payroll integrations in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of payroll experience in SSC environments.
• Experience with multi-entity payroll and statutory filings.
• Advanced Excel skills and data analytics capabilities.
• Familiarity with local Malaysian payroll regulations and tax rules.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll for multiple entities with accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with EPF, SOCSO, PCB and other statutory requirements.
• Produce manpower cost reports, headcount reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Support audits and payroll system enhancements, including entity integrations.
• Provide analytics to finance and corporate stakeholders and drive process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communicator

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Orisoft HCMS

HRIS/Payroll software

Job description

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We are looking for a technically proficient and analytical Senior Payroll Specialist to lead payroll operations for our Group of Companies. You will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, driving process efficiency within our Shared Services framework, and providing the corporate office with high-level manpower cost analytics and statutory reporting.

Key responsibilities

Execute full-cycle payroll for multiple legal entities within the Group, ensuring 100% accuracy and timeliness

Oversee and execute end-to-end payroll for multiple legal entities using Orisoft HCMS v10, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB)

Operate within a Shared Services model to standardise payroll workflows and maintain high service-level agreements (SLAs)

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual manpower cost reports, statutory filings, and headcount reconciliations for Group Finance

Perform deep-dive variance analysis, budgeting forecasts, and trend reporting to support strategic decision-making

Ensure all payroll activities align with local tax laws and labour regulations. Act as the primary lead for internal and external payroll audits

Assist in the enhancement of payroll systems and the integration of new entities into the Group's payroll framework

About you

Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in payroll administration, specifically within a Shared Services (SSC) environment

Proven experience in payroll analysis (e.g., cost-centre allocation, variance reporting, and financial modelling)

Degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Advanced proficiency in Power BI/Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and experience with enterprise-grade HRIS/Payroll software

Prior experience working within a Public Listed Company (PLC) and familiarity with listing requirements and rigorous disclosure standards

A meticulous professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment

An analytical thinker who looks beyond the numbers to identify patterns and risks

A strong communicator capable of presenting complex data to corporate stakeholders