Payroll Analyst

Steelcase; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelcase is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end APAC payroll processes in a collaborative HR environment in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. You will partner with HR, Finance, vendors and employees to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery across APAC countries and maintain data integrity in SuccessFactors and related systems.

You will drive compliance with local statutory requirements, perform data audits, and support process improvements that enhance accuracy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in HR/Business.
• 2+ years of hands-on payroll experience, in-house or outsourced.
• Experience processing end-to-end payroll for APAC countries, India preferred.
• Knowledge of statutory payroll requirements across APAC.
• Advanced Excel skills and data validation abilities.
• Professional proficiency in English for diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing activities for APAC countries with timely delivery.
• Maintain employee data across HR systems (SuccessFactors, onboarding, payroll).
• Support payroll compliance and monitor statutory submissions across APAC.
• Provide payroll and HR administration support via inquiries and ServiceNow tickets.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Global Mobility, vendors, and employees to ensure accurate inputs and reporting.
• Conduct data audits, reconciliations, and reporting to maintain data quality.
• Participate in process improvements, system testing, and HR projects to boost efficiency.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel skills

English proficiency

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

SuccessFactors

ADP Time & Attendance

ADP Payroll

ServiceNow

Job description

General Information

Country: Malaysia

State: Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

City: Kuala Lumpur

Office Location: Suite 26.01 & 27.01 Level 26 & 27, - - - - -

Date posted: 14-Aug-2026

Business Function: Human Resources

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Description

Are you someone who enjoys turning complex payroll processes into accurate, seamless employee experiences?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where attention to detail and problem-solving make a real impact?

If you're motivated by helping employees, get paid accurately and on time while building expertise in APAC payroll operations and partnering with HR, Finance, vendors, and employees across the region, this could be the role for you

Helping Our People Thrive By:

• Offering competitive wages and benefits, that support your life both in and out of work
• Providing a flexible hybrid work schedule, meaning we expect the office to be your primary place of work, balanced with choice and control.
• Creating continuous learning opportunities to help you grow and upskill.
• Fostering a culture of inclusion where employees feel seen, heard and valued, and living it out every day.
• Empowering you to make a meaningful impact on people and the planet through your work and Steelcase’s ongoing commitment.

You’ll Support Meaningful Work By:

• Managing end-to-end payroll processing activities for APAC countries, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery in partnership with HR teams, payroll vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Maintaining employee data across HR systems, including SuccessFactors Employee Central, onboarding platforms, and payroll systems to support data accuracy and integrity.
• Supporting payroll compliance activities by monitoring statutory submissions and adhering to applicable payroll regulations across APAC countries.
• Providing payroll, HR administration, and employee support by responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and managing ServiceNow tickets.
• Collaborating with HR, Finance, Global Mobility, vendors, and employees to ensure payroll inputs, reporting, and related processes are completed effectively.
• Conducting data audits, reconciliations, and reporting activities to identify discrepancies and maintain high-quality employee and payroll data.
• Participating in process improvement initiatives, system testing, and HR services projects that enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on payroll experience, either in-house or outsourced, preferably within a shared services or multinational environment.
• Experience processing end-to-end payroll for one or more APAC countries, with India payroll experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of statutory payroll requirements and compliance obligations across APAC countries.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyze payroll data, identify variances, and perform data validation.
• Professional proficiency in English with the ability to communicate effectively across a diverse stakeholder group

Desired Skills And Experience

• Working knowledge of SuccessFactors Employee Central, SuccessFactors Onboarding, ADP Time & Attendance, ADP Streamline Payroll, and ServiceNow (SNOW).
• Experience with HR systems administration, employee data management, and data reconciliation activities.
• Experience participating in HR systems implementations, payroll migrations, testing, or process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and contribute to process improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Additional language skills, particularly Mandarin Chinese, are considered an asset.
• Strong collaboration, organization, communication, and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and cultures.

Doing better for people and planet - when we do better, we help the world work better

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

Why People Choose to Work with Us:

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.