Payroll Senior (based in Melaka)

ACCA Careers; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in Malaysia is seeking a Lead Payroll Team to direct the Outsourcing payroll function, onboard new clients, review reports, and ensure timely salary processing with accuracy.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, strict deadline adherence, staying updated on payroll legislation, and mentoring Associates to develop leadership skills.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong MS Office and communications, and familiarity with XERO.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage and meet strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of XERO is an added advantage.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Pro-active and hard-working.
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eager to develop management and leadership skills for a successful career.

Responsibilities

• Lead the payroll team in the Outsourcing department.
• Onboard new clients.
• Review reports prepared by Associates.
• Process statutory and salary payments via online banking.
• Act as a key point of contact in client relationships to enhance client experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Tools

XERO

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

• Lead the payroll team in the Outsourcing department
• Onboarding new clients
• Review reports prepared by Associates
• Process statutory and salary payments via online banking
• Act as a key point of contact in client relationships to enhance client experience
• Meet strict deadlines with a high attention to detail
• Keep up to date on relevant legislations
• Train Associates and provide guidance and assistance where required
• Assist with the preparation of payroll proposals
• Assist management in identifying issues and implementing potential improvements within the payroll function

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant working experience
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Vibrant personality and ability to manage and meet strict deadlines
• Knowledge of accounting software (XERO) is an added advantage
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Pro-active and hard-working
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to adapt, identify and provide solutions for internal processing
• Eager to develop management and leadership skills for a successful career

Our Malaysian Government has issued this requirement to be included in your resume to us.

“I authorize your handling of my personal details as per “Malaysian Law Personal data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA 2010).”

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