Company Description Asia Payroll Hub is a specialized provider of outsourced payroll and HR services, supporting organizations that want to streamline operations and improve efficiency. By managing complex payroll and HR processes, the company helps clients control costs, stay compliant with evolving regulations, and reduce administrative burdens. Asia Payroll Hub offers deep expertise, scalable solutions, and robust security measures to protect sensitive employee data. Its services enable businesses to focus on core activities, optimize resource allocation, and maintain a competitive edge in a fast-changing market.
Role Description The Malaysia Payroll Subject Expert is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll operations for Malaysian employees. This role involves managing periodic payroll runs, ensuring accurate calculations of wages, allowances, deductions, and statutory contributions, and validating payroll reports before release. The specialist will interpret and apply Malaysian payroll regulations, including tax laws and statutory requirements, and provide guidance to internal teams and clients on complex payroll scenarios. Day-to-day tasks include handling garnishments, resolving payroll discrepancies, coordinating with HR and finance, maintaining up-to-date documentation on payroll policies, and supporting audits or compliance reviews. The role also includes continuous monitoring of regulatory changes, recommending process improvements, and contributing to the design of standardized payroll workflows for Malaysian entities.
Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in Payroll Administration and Payroll Processing, with hands-on experience in Malaysia-specific payroll cycles.
- Detailed knowledge of Payroll Taxes and statutory contributions in Malaysia, including application of local regulations and reporting requirements.
- Experience with Payroll Services delivery, including client-facing communication, issue resolution, and service-level adherence.
- Capability to manage Garnishments and other complex deductions in accordance with Malaysian legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Relevant experience with payroll software or HRIS platforms; ability to work with spreadsheets and payroll data analytics.
- Understanding of Malaysian employment law and HR practices related to compensation and benefits.
- Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is an advantage.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting, collaborate across time zones, and meet tight deadlines.
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, HR, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience; payroll certification is a plus.