Senior HR Executive (Payroll)

PEOPLE PROFILERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Singapore seeks an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processing for site and head-office employees. The ideal candidate has strong payroll management skills, with at least 5-6 years of experience in the construction or infrastructure industry. Key responsibilities include managing payroll cycles, addressing employee queries, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. This role requires exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-6 years of payroll experience, preferably in construction or infrastructure.
• Experience handling payroll volumes of 400, focusing on blue collar workers.
• Strong understanding of labour laws and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for site and head-office employees.
• Address employee payroll-related queries and grievances.
• Coordinate HR operations with project managers and contractors.

Skills

Payroll processing

Statutory compliance

Communication skills

Numerical accuracy

Proficient in MS Excel

Education

Minimum Diploma in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Payroll Management

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for site and head-office employees, including timecard validation, overtime, shift allowances, and project-based pay components.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly salary disbursements.
• Maintain compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, WPS, PT, Gratuity, Labour Welfare Fund, etc.).
• Handle payroll reconciliations, audits, and preparation of monthly payroll reports.
• Coordinate with site supervisors to ensure accurate attendance, manpower logs, and labour deployment reports.
• Manage full & final settlements for separated employees.

Employee Relations & Site Coordination

• Address employee payroll-related queries and grievances promptly.
• Liaise with site HR, project managers, and contractors to ensure smooth HR operations.
• Monitor site labour movement, absenteeism, and turnover trends; prepare reports for management.

Job Requirements

• Possess Minimum Diploma in HR, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field.
• Strong payroll experience with at least 5-6 years of relevant experience preferably in the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Experience in handling 400 payroll volumes, with emphasis on blue collar workers.
• Strong knowledge of statutory and labour laws.
• Experience handling large site workforces, contractors, and time-attendance systems.
• Proficiency in Payroll software and MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Problem-solving mindset and proactive approach.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Interested applicants kindly send your updated resume to [e-mail].