Senior Payroll Manager

Roles & Responsibilities

• To oversee the full spectrum operational functions of monthly Payroll administration; processing end to-end payroll, assisting in the verification, tallying and checking of payroll, statutory-related submissions such as CPF
• Maintain and deliver quality Payroll services, procedures and processes that are compliant, value-adding and measurable
• Sets challenging but realistic goals and objectives of self and staff, demonstrating urgency in achieving these goals at a high standard of performance; is results-oriented and drives for closure on projects and issue resolution
• Work with the HR Leader on proactively identifying gaps in Payroll delivery and propose practical solutions in addressing those gaps
• Review, redesign and introduce improvements to the current Payroll SOPs
• Facilitate quality and accuracy of data on shared systems such as the Whyze platform
• Oversee any required administration and enhancements of the Payroll system

Team Management

• Demonstrates managerial finesse by proactively addressing performance issues in a fair, consistent and direct manner
• Actively engages in supervising, coaching, development, leading and training of at least 3 Payroll staff in support of the above stated functions
• Ensures there are positive, transparent and productive internal working relationships within HR/Payroll, Finance, Operations teams demonstrated through frequent communication and routine solicitation of feedback
• Contribute to any ad-hoc/HR-related projects as assigned from time to time
• Participate in company's sustainability effort for the environment and being an inclusive employer.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree (or diploma with significant relevant experience) in relevant fields
• Typically 5–10+ years of progressive payroll experience with a minimum of 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience managing payroll for large employee populations is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Singapore payroll legislation, CPF, tax and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and HRIS
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting and data analysis.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• High level of confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive payroll data.

Tell employers what skills you have

Coaching
Sustainability
Microsoft Excel
Vendor Management Skills
Data Analysis
Ability To Work Independently
Legislation
Interpersonal Skills
Tax
Administration
Payroll
Internal Controls
General Ledger
Accounting
Deposits
Human Resources