Payroll Associate

Adecco's client, a global business services provider, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Executive / Specialist to join their Service Delivery team in Malaysia. This role is ideal for individuals with hands-on payroll experience who thrive in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll operations across the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for clients across the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local statutory requirements
• Ensure timely payroll submission and delivery in accordance with client deadlines and service level agreements
• Handle payroll-related queries and provide support on tax-related matters
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve payroll discrepancies and client requests efficiently
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure proper documentation in line with compliance standards
• Continuously identify process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and client satisfaction

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
• Approximately 1-2 years of relevant payroll experience, preferably in a regional or outsourced payroll environment
• Strong understanding of the full payroll cycle, including payroll processing, statutory contributions, and submissions
• Proficient in both written and spoken

  English and Cantonese

  (to support

  Cantonese-speaking clients

  )

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office;

  experience with payroll systems is an advantage

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.