Experienced Associate - Tax Payroll

PwC Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Malaysia is seeking an Associate for the Tax Payroll Services team in Kuala Lumpur. You will handle end-to-end payroll processing for client headcounts and ensure statutory compliance across Income Tax, EPF, SOCSO and related filings.

You will prepare payslips, submit returns, and provide clients with guidance on payroll legislation while maintaining high service standards and adherence to PwC's professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Degree in HR, Business Admin, Accounting or related field.
• 1–2 years payroll domain experience.
• End-to-end payroll processing experience is a plus.
• Experience in HR Shared Services, Outsourced or BPO environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Malaysian employment laws, EPF, SOCSO, Income Tax and other statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in payroll software, MS Excel and MS Word.
• Strong customer service orientation and a team-player mindset.
• Professionalism with attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Good command of English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll processing for client batch headcounts, including data processing.
• Prepare and submit periodic statutory returns to the relevant authorities (Income Tax, EPF, SOCSO, HRDF, Tabung Haji).
• Prepare and disburse approved net salary via electronic banking facilities to designated banks.
• Issue payslips.
• Provide payroll statutory compliance services, including Form E and Form EA preparations.
• Prepare relevant payroll reports for clients.
• Register employers and employees with authorities (EPF, SOCSO, IRB).
• Notify IRB of new employees and apply for income tax file numbers.
• Provide advice on applicable payroll legislation as a payroll specialist.
• Manage client deliverables to ensure agreed timelines and quality.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.

Skills

Payroll processing

English proficiency

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Degree in HR/Business/Accounting

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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

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Degrees/Field Of Study Required

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications

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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

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No