Senior Manager - Tax Payroll

PwC Malaysia; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax services firm in Malaysia is looking for a Senior Manager to lead their payroll tax team. The role involves managing compliance with tax regulations and enhancing payroll processes for a diverse client base. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of Malaysian laws, and proficiency in payroll software. This position is crucial for delivering high-standard services in payroll tax compliance.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years relevant experience within the payroll domain.
• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing is an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian employment laws, EPF, SOCSO, and Income Tax.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the payroll tax team.
• Responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for client batch headcounts.
• Preparation and submission of periodic statutory returns.

Skills

Payroll Management

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting

Tools

Payroll Software

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Whether you’ve just graduated or have years of experience, this is a firm where you can learn and grow. It’s the PwC experience that stays with you as you build strong networks and make lasting friendships. Be part of a larger team as we work together, drawing on everyone's knowledge and skills to reimagine the possible. Join PwC today for the experience that stays with you.

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

In tax payroll services at PwC, you will provide advice and guidance to clients on tax-related payroll matters. You will facilitate compliance with tax regulations in payroll processing, assist businesses in calculating and withholding taxes from employee wages, and help resolve payroll tax issues.

As a Senior Manager, your role will offer you exposure to a high standard of payroll tax compliance work for a diverse client base.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the payroll tax team, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities.
• Responsible for the end-to-end payroll processing for client batch headcounts which covers data processing.
• Preparation and submission of periodic statutory returns to the relevant authorities (Income Tax, EPF, SOCSO, HRDF, Tabung Haji, etc).
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy in payroll tax processing.
• Lead projects related to system upgrades and implementations affecting payroll tax calculations and reporting.
• Provide payroll Statutory Compliance Services such as preparation of annual tax forms for employers’ and employees’ annual tax filing (Form E & EA)
• Preparation of relevant payroll reports for the clients.
• Providing relevant advice to clients on applicable legislation in our capacity as payroll specialists.
• Manage client deliverables to ensure that agreed timelines are met.

Skills and Qualifications

Preferred skills

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting or other related fields.
• A minimum of 10 years relevant experience within the payroll domain.
• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing is an added advantage.
• Preferably with experience in a HR Shared Services, Outsourced or BPO environment. Those with in-house payroll experience and have handled large headcounts are also encouraged to apply.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian employment laws, EPF, SOCSO, Income Tax and other statutory requirements.
• Proficient in payroll software application, MS Excel, and MS Word.
• Good customer service orientation and a strong team player.
• A high degree of professionalism, meticulous and able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Good command of English language, both spoken and written.

Optional skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• Analytical Thinking
• Coaching and Feedback
• Communication
• Creativity
• Embracing Change
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Inclusion
• Influence
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Learning Agility
• Optimism
• Payroll Accounting
• Payroll Legislation
• Payroll Management
• Payroll Software
• Payroll System Optimization
• Payroll Taxes
• Payroll Tax Preparation
• Professional Courage
• Rapid Experimentation
• Relationship Building

Travel & Sponsorship

Travel Requirements: Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No

Government Clearance Required? Yes

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

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