Payroll Assistant

F.O.S Apparel Group; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

F.O.S Apparel Group in Shah Alam is seeking a Payroll Assistant to support day-to-day payroll operations on-site. You will prepare payroll data, verify attendance and overtime records, and ensure timely and accurate salary processing for employees.

This full-time role involves maintaining payroll records, assisting with statutory contributions and payroll tax calculations, coordinating changes with HR and Finance on new hires, resignations and salary adjustments, and responding to payroll

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing and attendance verification.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and statutory contributions.
• Experience with payroll or HRIS systems and Excel.
• High accuracy and ability to work confidentially.

Skills

Payroll Services

Payroll Administration

Regulatory Compliance

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Diploma/degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Excel

Payroll/HRIS systems

Job description

Role Description

The Payroll Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based in Shah Alam. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day payroll operations, including preparing payroll data, verifying attendance and overtime records, and ensuring timely and accurate salary processing for employees. The Payroll Assistant helps maintain payroll records, assists with statutory contributions and payroll tax calculations, and coordinates with HR and Finance on employee changes such as new hires, resignations, and salary adjustments. The role also involves responding to payroll-related inquiries from team members, assisting in resolving discrepancies, and supporting compliance with company policies and local regulations. The Payroll Assistant may contribute to process improvements and documentation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in payroll administration.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Payroll Services and Payroll Administration, with the ability to manage routine payroll tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Experience or knowledge in Payroll Management, including handling employee data changes and supporting payroll processes across multiple locations.
• Understanding of Payroll Taxes and related statutory contributions, with attention to regulatory compliance and timely submissions.
• Foundational Accounting skills, including basic bookkeeping, reconciliations, and working with financial data.
• Proficiency with payroll or HRIS systems and MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail when handling employee information.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with HR, Finance, and store teams.
• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; relevant experience in retail or multi-outlet environments is an advantage.