Payroll Assistant

UMR Strategic Sdn Bhd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UMR Strategic Sdn Bhd is seeking a meticulous Payroll Assistant to join our team in Subang Jaya. The role supports monthly payroll processing, attendance verification, and accurate payroll data maintenance, ensuring timely salary disbursements.

You will compile salary data, prepare payslips, and address payroll inquiries while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with statutory requirements. Proficiency in Excel and MS Office is essential, plus strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Professional Certificate or Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Preferably 1–2 years of experience in payroll processing or a related administrative role.
• Basic understanding of payroll procedures, attendance management, and statutory contributions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Based in Subang Jaya and able to manage confidential payroll information with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monthly payroll processing, including compiling salary data, verifying payroll information, and preparing monthly payslips.
• Compile and verify attendance records, timesheets, overtime, leave records, and other payroll-related information.
• Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring information is accurate and confidential.
• Assist in resolving payroll discrepancies and salary-related enquiries with the relevant department.
• Ensure payroll processes comply with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Prepare monthly billing summaries for client verification and coordinate with clients on billing discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel skills

Confidential payroll

Education

Professional Certificate or Diploma in HRM/Business/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Payroll Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with monthly payroll processing, verifying attendance records, maintaining accurate payroll data, and ensuring salaries are processed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in monthly payroll processing, including compiling salary data, verifying payroll information, and preparing monthly payslips.

Compile and verify attendance records, timesheets, overtime, leave records, and other payroll-related information to ensure accurate salary calculations.

Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring all information is accurate, complete, and handled confidentially.

Assist in checking and resolving payroll discrepancies, attendance issues, and salary-related enquiries in coordination with the relevant department.

Ensure payroll records and processes comply with company policies and applicable statutory requirements.

Prepare monthly billing summaries for client verification and coordinate with clients on billing discrepancies and related matters.

Ensure payroll documentation and related billing records are properly maintained and submitted within the required deadlines.

Requirements

Minimum Professional Certificate or Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Preferably 1–2 years of experience in payroll processing or a related administrative role. Candidates with relevant internship experience and fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Basic understanding of payroll procedures, attendance management, and statutory contributions will be an advantage.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic Microsoft Office applications.

Good organizational skills, with the ability to manage recurring monthly deadlines accurately.

Responsible, meticulous, and able to handle confidential payroll information with integrity.

Willing to be based in Subang Jaya

What We Are Looking For

We welcome candidates who are comfortable working with numbers and employee records, pay close attention to detail, and can manage routine payroll tasks responsibly. If you are looking to develop your skills and gain hands‑on experience in payroll operations, we encourage you to apply.