Associate & Payroll (Global Compliance & Reporting)

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Singapore is looking for an Associate / Consultant in Payroll. This role involves performing monthly payroll in accordance with Singapore statutory requirements, processing government leave claims, and generating payroll reports. Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Finance and have a strong understanding of local payroll laws. The firm offers competitive compensation and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Continuous learning opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 1 year of local payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly payroll in accordance to Singapore statutory requirements.
• Handle government paid leave claim submission.
• Perform monthly payroll reports including General Ledger report.
• Answer clients' queries promptly and accurately.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources / Accountancy / Finance

Job description

Associate / Consultant, Payroll (Global Compliance & Reporting)

Location:

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 14 Jan 2026

Requisition ID: 1674691

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Join a global network that understands what businesses need to have access, visibility and control. Our market-leading approach combines extensive local compliance and experience with a standard global compliance process and web-based tools to help you execute your job. In one country or many, you have the opportunity to provide clients an integrated, consistent, quality service that unlocks the potential of their finance and HR compliance functions.

The opportunity

As a Payroll Associate / Consultant, you will be responsible for producing timely, accurate and high quality payroll compliant output in accordance with the prevailing local statutory regulations and compensation details provided by our clients.

Your key responsibilities

• Perform monthly payroll in accordance to the Singapore statutory requirements
• Handle government paid leave claim submission
• Perform monthly payroll reports including General Ledger report
• Answer clients' queries promptly and accurately

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Strong sense of urgency with great organizational skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Meticulous, resourceful and reliable
• Numerically inclined with good analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation and organizational skills
• Strong spreadsheet skills (MS Excel essential) and good knowledge of MS Word

To qualify for the role you must have

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources / Accountancy / Finance related discipline
• At least 1 year of local payroll / human resources experience
• Good knowledge of human resources functions, payroll and employment related laws and best practices in Singapore

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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