Payroll & Benefits Specialist: Data-Driven & Compliant

YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited in Singapore is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to ensure accurate monthly payroll processing, administer employee benefits, and uphold compliance with local regulations.

You will partner with Human Capital Business Partners and vendors, drive process improvements, and provide timely reports to support management and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• 2–4 years of relevant payroll and benefits administration experience.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems and local employment regulations (CPF, IRAS).
• Familiarity with HR policies and employee lifecycle management.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing with timely disbursement in coordination with HCBPs and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements including CPF, IRAS, government surveys and tax filings for foreign employees.
• Partner with payroll vendors to implement regulatory updates and system enhancements for ongoing compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance to reconcile payroll transactions and allocate costs across units.
• Administer employee benefits programmes (insurance, leave, medical, wellness) and ensure smooth operations.
• Analyze payroll and benefits data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Lead payroll and benefits process-improvement initiatives, including automation.
• Prepare and maintain payroll, benefits, and headcount reports for business and regulatory needs.
• Serve as primary contact for payroll/benefits queries from employees, managers, and vendors.
• Maintain accurate employee records with data confidentiality.

Skills

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

Excel

HRIS

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Payroll software

HRIS platforms

Job description

YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited in Singapore is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to ensure accurate monthly payroll processing, administer employee benefits, and uphold compliance with local regulations.

You will partner with Human Capital Business Partners and vendors, drive process improvements, and provide timely reports to support management and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree.