Payroll Specialist

Penang Skills Development Centre; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A training and development center in Penang is seeking a Payroll Officer. The role involves processing payroll accurately, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and managing employee queries related to payroll. The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Accounting or related fields and at least 2 years of payroll processing experience. Strong understanding of Malaysian statutory requirements is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in payroll processing.
• Strong understanding of Malaysian statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, Income Tax).

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and comply with policies.
• Verify payroll-related data like attendance and overtime.
• Prepare statutory contributions and submit on time.
• Generate payroll reports for finance month-end activities.
• Handle employee queries regarding payroll.
• Liaise with Finance and HR on payroll matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

Kakitangan

Payroll systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and in compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Verify attendance, overtime, allowances, deductions, and other payroll-related data.
• Prepare and submit statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB) within required deadlines.
• Generate payroll reports and support finance in month-end closing activities.
• Handle queries from employees regarding payroll, payslips, and statutory matters.
• Liaise with Finance, HR and external agencies on payroll-related matters.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirement : Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in payroll processing (preferably using Kakitangan).
• Strong understanding of Malaysian statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, Income Tax).
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and payroll systems.

How to Apply

• [e-mail]
• 604-643 7909
• 1, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Bandar Bayan Baru, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang