Payroll Controller Specialist (COE, Malaysia) in Subang Jaya, , APAC

Airswift; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy leader is seeking a Payroll Controller Specialist in Malaysia to manage payroll processing for Australia and New Zealand. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, at least 6 years of experience in payroll administration, and strong Excel skills. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with HR and Finance teams to enhance payroll processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in payroll processing and administration for Australia and New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll cycles for Australia and New Zealand.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with local legislation and company policies.
• Maintain internal controls and perform reconciliations.
• Liaise with third-party payroll providers.
• Address payroll-related queries from employees and HR teams.
• Identify and implement process enhancements.
• Maintain accurate payroll records.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Compliance teams.

Skills

Payroll processing

Compliance and reporting

Strong Excel knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

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Job Title: Payroll Controller Specialist

Type: Permanent

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Join date: Immediate

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Manage end-to-end payroll cycles for Australia and New Zealand, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local legislation and company policies.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure payroll practices comply with Fair Work Act (AU), Holidays Act (NZ), tax laws, superannuation/KiwiSaver, and statutory reporting (e.g., STP, PAYG, IRD).
• Audit & Controls: Maintain internal controls, perform reconciliations, and support internal/external audits.
• Vendor Management: Liaise with third-party payroll providers and ensure service level agreements are met.
• Employee Support: Address payroll-related queries from employees and HR teams in a timely and professional manner.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements to improve payroll accuracy and efficiency.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee data, leave balances, and benefits.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Finance, and Compliance teams to align payroll with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (minimum of 6 years) in payroll processing and administration (for Australia and New Zealand)
• Strong excel knowledge.

Recruiter-in-charge:

Name: Rodney Chong

Email: [e-mail]

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