Payroll Assistant/ Clerk

Seaboard Engineering Sdn Bhd; Masai; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaboard Engineering Sdn Bhd is seeking a Payroll Clerk to manage payroll and administrative duties in Masai, Johor. You will collect and verify timesheets, enter data into payroll software, calculate deductions, and maintain accurate employee records.

The role requires attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. The ideal candidate has 0-2 years of relevant experience and proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• Minimum SPM or Diploma in HR, Business Admin or related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Collect, review, and verify employee timesheets, clock-in logs, and overtime records.
• Enter hours, bonuses, commissions, and leave data into payroll software and timesheets.
• Compute gross-to-net pay, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions.
• Answer employee questions and fix payment errors or missing information.
• Maintain updated employee files, tax forms, and leave records while keeping sensitive data secure.
• Assist in preparing and organizing documents related to audits.
• Provide day-to-day general administrative support as required.

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

This role involves managing payroll and administrative functions, including collecting and verifying employee timesheets, processing payroll data, and maintaining employee records.

Key responsibilities

Collect, review, and verify employee timesheets, clock-in logs, and overtime records

Enter hours, bonuses, commissions, and leave data (sick or annual) into payroll software and timesheets

Compute gross-to-net pay, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions

Answer employee questions and fix payment errors or missing information

Maintain updated employee files, tax forms, and leave records while keeping sensitive data secure

Assist in preparing and organizing documents related to audits

Provide day-to-day general administrative support as required

About you

Minimum SPM / Diploma in HR, Business Admin or related field

0-2 years of relevant experience

Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectively

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in administrative work

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with team members

Familiarity with HR management systems or applicant tracking systems is desirable

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Payroll Clerk?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• Do you have Document Management experience?

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