Payroll Associate (based in Melaka)

Forvis Mazars Asia; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in Malaysia seeks candidates for a payroll processing role. Responsibilities include managing monthly and year-end payroll, statutory contributions, and client coordination. The ideal candidate possesses strong English proficiency, numerical accuracy, and Excel skills. A diploma or degree in HR is preferred but not mandatory. This role is designed for those eager to develop their management and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in payroll management a plus but not essential.
• Basic knowledge of personal income tax regulations.
• Having knowledge of human resource policies and procedures is an advantage.
• Eager to develop management and leadership skills for a successful career.

Responsibilities

• Monthly and year-end payroll processing.
• Administration of the statutory contributions.
• Calculating statutory contributions.
• Coordinating with client HR or directors to ensure payroll data accuracy.

Skills

Good command of written and spoken English

Proven skills in servicing customers

Strong numeric abilities with high accuracy and timeliness

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Vibrant personality and ability to work to strict deadlines

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Why join us

You don’t join Forvis Mazars by coincidence, you choose Forvis Mazars: a global school of excellence where you will be challenged to develop and grow. Come and write the rest of (y)our story with us – you’ll make friends along the way too. Forvis Mazars, the smart choice.

Job role

• Monthly and year-end payroll processing.
• Administration of the statutory contributions.
• Calculating statutory contributions.
• Coordinating and following up with client HR or directors to ensure that payroll data is accurate and on time (variations, new hire, resignation, transfer, salary adjustment, etc.).

Requirements

• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Proven skills in servicing customers (not necessarily payroll).
• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in payroll management a plus but not essential.
• Basic knowledge of personal income tax regulations.
• Strong numeric abilities with high accuracy and timeliness.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Vibrant personality and ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Having knowledge of human resource policies and procedures is an advantage.
• Eager to develop management and leadership skills for a successful career.

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Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.