Payroll Assistant

Wisehub Resources; Penang; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resources management firm in Penang is seeking a dedicated individual to assist in payroll processing and employee records maintenance. This role requires strong numerical and analytical skills, along with excellent communication and organizational abilities. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, and you will work to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with regulations, responding to employee inquiries and supporting the finance team with various tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll, HR, or accounting is a plus.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing payroll for employees accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in pay or deductions.
• Verify timesheets, attendance, and leave records for payroll calculations.
• Assist with payroll reporting and reconciliation of payroll accounts.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and benefits.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management abilities

Confidentiality

Education

Fresh graduate

Tools

Payroll software

MS Office, especially Excel

Job description

Qualifications

Experience in payroll, HR, or accounting is a plus.

Familiarity with payroll software and MS Office applications, especially Excel.

Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Good organisational and time management abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Fresh graduate are encouraged to apply

Key Responsibilities

Assist in preparing and processing payroll for employees accurately and on schedule.

Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in pay or deductions.

Verify timesheets, attendance, and leave records for payroll calculations.

Assist with payroll reporting and reconciliation of payroll accounts.

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and benefits.

Ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations.

Support the finance team with other administrative tasks as needed.