Global Payroll Specialist

impact.com; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

impact.com is seeking a Global Payroll Specialist to manage payroll across APAC countries, ensuring compliance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in multi-country payroll, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a global team environment. Benefits include private health insurance and training opportunities.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Fitness reimbursement

Training & development (including Coursera)

Mental health support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing multi-country payroll.
• Strong understanding of regional tax structures and statutory requirements.
• Ability to work remotely and independently.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multiple APAC countries, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage payroll inputs including salaries, bonuses, and benefits.
• Prepare payroll reports, audits, and statutory filings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

At impact.com, we are passionate about our people, our technology, and are obsessed with customer success. Working together enables us to grow rapidly, win, and serve the largest brands in the world. We use cutting-edge technology to solve real-world problems for our clients and continue to lead as the premier SaaS platform for automating partnerships and increasing revenue. Our entrepreneurial spirit fosters a culture where ambition and curiosity are rewarded. If you value a team where your opinions matter, your contributions are recognized, and you enjoy working with talented, diverse colleagues, then impact.com is the place for you!

Impact.com, the world’s leading partnership management platform, transforms how businesses manage various partnerships—including rewards affiliates, influencers, content publishers, B2B, and more. Our powerful platform simplifies creating, managing, and scaling partnership ecosystems with trusted brands and communities that influence purchasing decisions. To learn more about impact.com’s technology and marketplace, visit www.impact.com.

As we expand across APAC and beyond, we seek a Global Payroll Specialist based in Malaysia to ensure our team members are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance across multiple countries. You will collaborate closely with our international Finance, HR, and Operations teams, serving as a payroll expert.

This position is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented professional confident working independently across borders. You will support countries like Malaysia, Singapore, China, and Australia, with opportunities to expand your expertise as we grow.

If you thrive in managing complex systems, enjoy working in a global team, and want to support our people, this role is for you.

What You'll Do:

1. Process payroll for multiple APAC countries (Malaysia, Singapore, China, Australia, and Japan), ensuring accuracy and compliance with local tax, social security, and employment laws.
2. Manage payroll inputs such as salaries, bonuses, benefits, stock compensation, and statutory deductions.
3. Coordinate with HR and Finance to align payroll systems like BambooHR, financial reporting, and payroll processes.
4. Support both salaried employees and contractors, ensuring proper employment classifications and compliance.
5. Provide responsive payroll support to employees, resolving queries professionally.
6. Validate invoices from payroll vendors and oversee third-party payments.
7. Prepare payroll reports, audits, reconciliations, and statutory filings for each region.
8. Stay informed about regional tax legislation and suggest process improvements or compliance updates.

What You Have:

1. 3+ years of experience managing multi-country payroll, especially in APAC markets such as Malaysia, Singapore, China, Japan, and Australia.
2. Strong understanding of regional tax structures, wage types, and statutory employment requirements.
3. Ability to work remotely and independently, collaborating across time zones and functions.
4. Experience with payroll systems and proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
5. High integrity, discretion, and attention to detail in handling sensitive information.
6. Benefits include private health insurance, fitness reimbursement, training & development (including Coursera), and mental health support.

Impact.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employees and applicants will receive fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.