Regional Payroll Specialist: APAC/MENA, Malaysia Focus

TechnipFMC; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global services provider is seeking a Regional Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll for APAC & Middle East countries, with a focus on Malaysia. The role includes ensuring compliance with local laws, managing external vendors, and contributing to process improvements. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 3 years of payroll management experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of payroll management experience with strong Malaysia payroll expertise.
• Experience in shared services environment and managing external payroll vendors is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, process discipline, and analytical/numerical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple APAC & Middle East countries.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws and tax regulations.
• Address payroll-related queries and discrepancies promptly.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Documentation

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Data Integrity

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration or related fields

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

SAP Workforce Time system

Job description

A leading global services provider is seeking a Regional Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll for APAC & Middle East countries, with a focus on Malaysia. The role includes ensuring compliance with local laws, managing external vendors, and contributing to process improvements. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 3 years of payroll management experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to operational excellence.