Human Resources Payroll Administrator

TDCX; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll service provider in Singapore is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee the full payroll cycle, ensuring compliance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of payroll experience, knowledge of local regulations, and the ability to manage high-volume payroll effectively. This role involves addressing staff queries, preparing reports, and supporting HR activities. Competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll experience, with at least one year in a lead role.
• Proven experience handling high-volume payroll for multiple entities with over 300 employees.
• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures, Employment Act, and HR best practices.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly meticulous, organized, and a quick learner.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full payroll cycle for all entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Verify timesheets, calculate overtime, and process payroll-related adjustments.
• Handle statutory compliance such as tax clearance and monthly CPF submissions.
• Address staff queries regarding payroll and benefits promptly.

Skills

Payroll management

Compliance knowledge

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

HR best practices

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full payroll cycle for all entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Verify timesheets, calculate overtime, and process payroll-related adjustments.

• Handle statutory compliance such as tax clearance, monthly CPF submissions, annual income tax filings, and government claims (e.g., leave, NS).

• Address staff queries regarding payroll and benefits promptly.

• Support annual HR activities, including manpower budgeting, HR audits, and group reporting.

• Process monthly payroll, claims, attendance, and overtime calculations.

• Prepare and analyze payroll reports, manpower costing, staff movement, and variance reports.

• Conduct cost analysis for management review.

• Submit statutory reports and surveys to relevant authorities.

• Continuously review and streamline payroll processes for efficiency.

• Support ad-hoc HR projects, system integrations, and migrations.

• Assist in statistical reporting on employee demographics and turnover, liaising with external agencies as needed.

• Maintain and update HR & Compensation & Benefits (C&B) documents, such as employee handbooks and benefits policies.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and local employment regulations.

• Maintain data integrity within HRIS and ensure accurate personnel records.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll experience, with at least one year in a lead role.

• Proven experience handling high-volume payroll for multiple entities with over 300 employees.

• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures, Employment Act, and HR best practices.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Highly meticulous, organized, and a quick learner.

• Excellent multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.