Experienced Associate - Tax Payroll

PwC; Kuala Lumpur; Sur place; MYR 42 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

PwC Malaysia is seeking an Associate in our Tax Payroll Services to manage end-to-end payroll processes for diverse clients and ensure compliance with local tax obligations. You will prepare statutory returns, disburse salaries, and support payroll reporting while upholding PwC's high service standards.

The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to statutory requirements, and professional communication with clients and authorities, offering growth within a global network.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in HR, business administration, or accounting with payroll exposure.
• Experience with end-to-end payroll processing and statutory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian payroll laws including EPF and SOCSO.

Responsabilités

• End-to-end payroll processing for client batch headcounts and data processing.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns (Income Tax, EPF, SOCSO, HRDF, Tabung Haji).
• Disburse net salaries and issue payslips via electronic banking.
• Prepare payroll reports and register employers/employees with authorities.
• Provide payroll statutory guidance and ensure timely client deliverables.
• Maintain compliance with risk management procedures and uphold ethics.

Connaissances

Payroll Accounting

Payroll Legislation

Payroll Management

Payroll Software

Payroll System Optimization

Tax Compliance

Tax Services

Teamwork

Communication

Withholding Tax

Formation

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting or related field

Outils

Payroll Software Applications

Description du poste

Line of Service Tax Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Associate

Job Description & Summary A career in our Tax Payroll Services practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their payroll and employer obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local tax affairs. Our team helps organisations with evolving payroll legislation and provides specialist knowledge to keep our clients compliant and informed. You’ll support our clients with knowledge and experience of operating various payrolls and help deliver a smooth and efficient service that enhances the value we provide our clients. As an Associate, your role will offer you exposure to a high standard of tax payroll compliance work for a diverse client base.

Key accountabilities

• Responsible for the end-to-end payroll processing for client batch headcounts, including data processing.
• Prepare and submit periodic statutory returns to the relevant authorities, including Income Tax, EPF, SOCSO, HRDF and Tabung Haji.
• Prepare and disburse approved net salary via electronic banking facilities to designated banks.
• Issue payslips.
• Provide payroll statutory compliance services, including preparation of annual tax forms for employers’ and employees’ annual tax filing (Form E and Form EA).
• Prepare relevant payroll reports for clients.
• Register employers and employees with the relevant authorities, including the Employees Provident Fund, SOCSO and Inland Revenue Board.
• Notify the Inland Revenue Board of new employees and apply for individual income tax file numbers.
• Provide relevant advice to clients on applicable legislation in the capacity of a payroll specialist.
• Manage client deliverables to ensure agreed timelines are met.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Invite and give in-the-moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and suggest improvements when problems or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Keep up to date with developments in the area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner, verbally and in written materials.
• Build and maintain internal and external networks.
• Seek opportunities to learn how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

Key working relationships

• Clients supported through payroll services
• Relevant statutory authorities
• Tax Payroll Services team and wider PwC network

Skills, experience and qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting or another related field.
• One to two years of relevant experience within the payroll domain.
• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing is an added advantage.
• Experience in an HR shared services, outsourced or business process outsourcing environment is preferred.
• Candidates with in-house payroll experience who have handled large headcounts are also encouraged to apply.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian employment laws, EPF, SOCSO, Income Tax and other statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in payroll software applications, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Good customer service orientation and a strong team-player mindset.
• A high degree of professionalism, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good command of English, both spoken and written.

Preferred skills

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting or other related fields 1-2 years of relevant experience within the payroll domain
• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing is an added advantage
• Preferably with experience in a HR Shared Services, Outsourced or BPO environment
• Those with in-house payroll experience and have handled large headcounts are also encouraged to apply
• Good knowledge of Malaysian employment laws, EPF, SOCSO, Income Tax and other statutory requirements
• Proficient in payroll software application, MS Excel, and MS Word
• Good customer service orientation and a strong team player
• A high degree of professionalism, meticulous and able to work independently with minimum supervision
• Good command of English language, both spoken and written

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

• Degrees/Field of Study required:
• Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
• Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• AI Fluency
• AI-Human Collaboration
• Communication
• Digital Tooling
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Inclusion
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Optimism
• Payroll Accounting
• Payroll Legislation
• Payroll Management
• Payroll Software
• Payroll System Optimization
• Payroll Taxes
• Payroll Tax Preparation
• Tax Compliance
• Tax Services
• Teamwork
• Well Being
• Withholding Tax

Optional Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• AI Fluency
• AI-Human Collaboration
• Communication
• Digital Tooling
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Inclusion
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Optimism
• Payroll Accounting
• Payroll Legislation
• Payroll Management
• Payroll Software
• Payroll System Optimization
• Payroll Taxes
• Payroll Tax Preparation
• Tax Compliance
• Tax Services
• Teamwork
• Well Being
• Withholding Tax

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

No Desired Languages specified.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

Not Specified

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