Specialist, Payroll

Pandora A/S; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading jewelry brand in Singapore is looking for a Payroll Specialist to enhance payroll processes across the Asia region. You will coordinate payroll operations, ensure compliance, and contribute to process improvement. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of payroll experience and a degree in a related field. Join a culture that values collaboration, diversity, and sustainability.

Benefits

Performance-based rewards

Global leadership development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in payroll, preferably in a regional or multi-country role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance in Asian markets.
• Experience working with external payroll vendors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute monthly payroll processes.
• Ensure compliance with local tax and labor regulations.
• Support payroll accounting and reconciliation activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills in English

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Accounting, HR, Business Administration

Tools

Cloud-based HR/payroll systems

Job description

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Application Deadline: September 1st, 2025

Shape the Future of Payroll Across Asia

As Pandora continues to grow in the Asia region, we are strengthening our regional People & Payroll capabilities to ensure operational excellence and a consistent employee experience. We are now looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our brand-new Cluster office in Singapore and play a key role in both executing and enhancing payroll processes across multiple markets.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment where you will collaborate with local teams, external vendors, and global stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery.

Your Role – Ensuring Excellence in Payroll Operations and Process Improvement

In this regional role, you will be responsible for supporting payroll operations across several countries in the Asia Cluster. You will help drive process standardization, ensure compliance with local regulations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute monthly payroll processes in collaboration with local vendors and HR teams
• Maintain and improve payroll process documentation and internal controls
• Ensure compliance with local tax, social security, and labor regulations across the region
• Manage employee lifecycle payroll inputs (new hires, changes, terminations)
• Support payroll accounting and reconciliation activities
• Serve as a key liaison between Finance and HR to ensure seamless coordination and accurate financial reporting of employee-related expenses
• Review, validate, and monitor the correct allocation of payroll and HR expenses to appropriate financial accounts
• Support audits by providing documentation and explanations for payroll-related entries
• Maintain confidentiality and data integrity when handling sensitive employee and financial information
• Handle employee queries related to payroll and benefits
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Legal) to align on payroll-related matters
• Contribute to regional payroll projects, including system upgrades and process harmonization

What We’re Looking For – A Detail-Oriented and Collaborative Payroll Professional

To succeed in this role, you’ll need a strong understanding of payroll processes and a proactive mindset. You enjoy working with data, solving problems, and collaborating across cultures and functions.

What You Bring

• Minimum 4 years of experience in payroll, preferably in a regional or multi-country role
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and statutory requirements in one or more Asian markets
• Experience working with external payroll vendors and cloud-based HR/payroll systems
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication skills in English
• A degree in Accounting, HR, Business Administration, or a related field

Your new team

You’ll be part of Pandora’s Asia Cluster People team, working closely with colleagues across HR, Finance, and Legal. We are a collaborative and diverse team that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Why join Pandora in Asia?

At Pandora, we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, trusted, and inspired to grow. Since 2021, we’ve expanded our global workforce by 40% while reducing attrition by 25% — progress made possible by inclusive leadership, strong internal mobility, and a culture that values care, courage, and connection.

We offer a thoughtfully curated suite of benefits to support your wellbeing, growth, and lead the life you love. These include performance-based rewards and access to global leadership development programs. Our culture embraces creativity and individuality, and supports internal mobility.

As part of a company committed to sustainability, diversity, and craftsmanship, you’ll have the platform to lead with purpose and shape the future of a globally recognized brand.

If you see yourself in this role and are ready to shape the future of HR in Asia, we encourage you to apply. We review applications on a rolling basis, so we recommend submitting yours as soon as possible. Learn more about Pandora at www.pandoragroup.com

The icing on the cake

This role offers an opportunity in Singapore, a world-class city known for its innovation, sustainability efforts, and multicultural society — making it the ideal location for Pandora’s regional team.

About Pandora

Pandora is the world's largest jewelry brand, specializing in the design, crafting, and marketing of accessible luxury jewelry made from high-quality materials. Each piece is created to inspire self-expression, allowing people to share their stories and passions through meaningful jewelry. Pandora jewelry is sold in more than 100 countries through 6,800 points of sale, including more than 2,700 concept stores.

Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Pandora employs 37,000 people worldwide and crafts its jewelry using only recycled silver and gold. Pandora is committed to leadership in sustainability and has set out to halve greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2030. Pandora is listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen stock exchange and generated revenue of DKK 31.7 billion (EUR 4.2 billion) in 2024.

Recognized by the Financial Times as one of Europe’s Best Workplaces and ranked #1 among Danish companies, Pandora is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that reflecting the diversity of society in how we engage with our customers is essential to fulfilling our purpose: to give a voice to people’s lives. We are dedicated to nurturing a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.