Payroll & Benefits Analyst

About The Role

Own end-to-end monthly payroll processing for Malaysia and assigned regional markets, validating all payroll inputs including joiners, exits, allowances, incentives, claims, attendance, and deductions.

Manage statutory submissions and compliance (e.g. EPF, SOCSO, EIS, income tax and equivalents), ensuring payroll processes comply with local labour laws and regulatory requirements.

Perform payroll checks, reconciliations, and validations prior to payout, maintaining strong internal controls and audit-ready documentation.

Process salary adjustments, promotions, bonuses, allowances, and ad-hoc payments with full accuracy and confidentiality.

Cook up payroll vendor coordination, managing regional payroll partners and EOR providers—validating outputs, resolving discrepancies, and enforcing Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and documentation for HR, Finance, and management, supporting audits, budgeting, and compensation analysis.

Identify gaps or inefficiencies in payroll workflows and support improvements in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), automation, and Human Resource Information System (HRIS) integration.

Requirements

Experience in payroll operations, preferably covering multi-country or regional payroll.

Strong understanding of Malaysian payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

Hands-on experience with payroll systems, HRIS tools, and spreadsheets.

High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong problem-solving ability.

Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Strong coordination skills to work effectively with HR, Finance, and external vendors.

A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous process improvement.