Payroll Manager | 6-Month Contract | Up to $8,000

MERRIES EMPLOYMENT LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll management agency in Singapore seeks an experienced payroll professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in payroll handling for large headcounts and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. This 6-month contract role also requires the ability to handle payroll-related queries effectively. Competitive salary of up to $8,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll for 1,500+ employees.
• Proven knowledge in payroll systems and statutory compliance.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing for ~1,500 employees.
• Ensure accurate computation of salaries, allowances, deductions.
• Maintain payroll accuracy through checks and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and payroll timelines.
• Handle payroll-related queries and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Compliance knowledge

Job description

Industry: Energy & Facilities Management
Salary: Up to $8,000
Scope: 1,500 headcount payroll
Contract: 6 months (convertible/renewable)

Job Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing for ~1,500 employees
• Ensure accurate computation of salaries, allowances, deductions, overtime/claims
• Maintain payroll accuracy through checks, reconciliations, and payroll reports
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and payroll timelines
• Handle payroll-related queries and resolve issues promptly
• Work with HR/Finance and payroll vendors to ensure smooth payroll processing

Requirements

• Proven experience handling large headcount payroll (preferably 1,000+ employees)
• Strong payroll knowledge and hands‑on end‑to‑end payroll processing experience
• Detail‑oriented, able to meet tight timelines and manage confidential information
• Comfortable working on a 6‑month contract (convertible/renewable)

Note: This role is focused on payroll duties only.

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