Payroll Assistant/Manager

Dynamic Human Capital Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking a Payroll Assistant/Manager to oversee payroll operations for 700+ employees. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and extensive payroll experience, ensuring compliance and accurate processing. This role offers a competitive salary and involves collaboration with HR to streamline processes. The successful applicant will benefit from a dynamic working environment that encourages proactive problem-solving and organizational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years payroll experience required.
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills needed.
• Proactive and organized mindset for managing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll operations for over 700 employees.
• Supervise payroll team and ensure compliance.
• Prepare payroll journals and financial reports.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or Degree relevant to payroll

Tools

Timesoft

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Payroll Assistant/Manager
Location: Tai Seng
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full spectrum of payroll operations for over 700 employees, including monthly salary runs, overtime, bonuses, CPF submissions, and tax filing (IR8A, IR21).

• Supervise and lead a team of payroll professionals, overseeing workload distribution, task prioritization, and performance development.

• Maintain accurate employee records related to appointments, transfers, promotions, and exits; ensure timely payroll updates.

• Monitor compliance with local regulations and company policies; stay updated on evolving legislation affecting payroll.

• Collaborate with HR to verify payroll data and support salary reviews, annual increments, and bonus exercises.

• Handle employee queries on payroll matters, providing timely and accurate support.

• Prepare monthly payroll journals, salary reconciliations, and related financial reports.

• Coordinate the submission of statutory documents such as CPF, IR8A, IR21, and various government claims (e.g., NS make-up pay, government-paid leave).

• Review and enhance payroll policies and procedures when needed.

• Maintain well-organized payroll systems and documentation in accordance with audit and regulatory standards.

• Provide data and templates for annual budgeting and forecasting activities.

• Participate in HRIS upgrades, process improvement projects, and payroll system integration.

• Assist with audit queries, statutory surveys, and documentation required by external parties.

• Carry out additional tasks as directed by the Head of Department.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree with at least 5 years of relevant payroll experience.

• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with experience in supervising a team.

• Strong command of payroll processes, with attention to accuracy and confidentiality.

• Able to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and payroll systems such as Timesoft.

• Clear communicator with good interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.

• Skilled in time management and process delegation.

• Self-motivated team player who takes initiative and works well independently.

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We regret that only short-listed applicants will be notified.

Christopher Yeoh Wee Chong
Dynamic Human Capital Pte Ltd
Personnel Registration No: R24121608
EA License No: 12C6253