Payroll Specialist

Dell Technologies; Penang; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Technologies in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll processing for local staff, validate attendance data, and ensure accurate salary payments.

The role collaborates with HR and finance, handles payroll taxes, garnishments, and statutory contributions, and maintains confidential employee records.

You will identify process improvements and support audits to enhance payroll services and systems while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• End-to-end payroll processing experience.
• Knowledge of local taxes and statutory deductions.
• Experience with payroll software and HRIS.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll runs and validate time data.
• Ensure timely salary payments and compliance.
• Handle payroll inquiries and audits.
• Maintain confidential employee records.
• Support payroll improvements and system enhancements.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Payroll Administration

Garnishments

Tax Compliance

Data Integrity

Excel

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance Degree

Diploma in related field

Tools

Payroll Software

HRIS

Finance Tools

Job description

Company Description Dell Technologies creates intelligent, secure technology solutions designed to empower organizations and individuals to focus on what matters most. The company delivers a broad portfolio of products and services that help customers transform their IT infrastructure and drive innovation. With a strong emphasis on security, reliability, and user-centric design, Dell Technologies supports businesses of all sizes across diverse industries. Team members are encouraged to grow their careers in a collaborative environment that values integrity, customer focus, and technological excellence.

Role Description The Payroll Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Penang, Malaysia. This role is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, including validating time and attendance data, preparing payroll runs, and ensuring timely and accurate salary payments. The Payroll Specialist will handle payroll taxes, garnishments, and statutory contributions, and maintain compliance with local regulations and company policies. Day-to-day tasks include resolving payroll inquiries, reconciling payroll accounts, working closely with HR and finance teams, and maintaining confidential employee records. The role also involves identifying process improvements, supporting audits, and contributing to the enhancement of payroll services and systems.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Payroll Processing and Payroll Administration, with experience managing regular and off-cycle payroll runs.
• Knowledge of Payroll Taxes and statutory deductions, including accurate calculation, reporting, and compliance with local regulations.
• Experience with Payroll Services and systems, including payroll software, data integrity checks, and coordination with HRIS and finance tools.
• Practical experience handling Garnishments and other mandatory deductions in accordance with legal and company requirements.
• Attention to detail, strong numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to respond to employee inquiries and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and related office tools; familiarity with enterprise payroll or HR systems is an advantage.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; prior experience in payroll or HR operations is preferred.