Skip to content

General Information

Job ID
17455
Location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Work Types
Contract, Fixed Term, Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
Categories
Capital Markets, Client Accounting, Client Corporate Secretarial, Client Payroll, Entity Management, Entry Level, Human Resources, Information Technology, Private Equity and Real Estate, Project Management, Sales, Sales Operations, Structured Finance

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check to see whether the role you are interested in is posted  on our career website. 
About TMF Group
TMF Group is a leading provider of administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. As we’re a global company with 11,000+ colleagues based in over 125 offices across 87 jurisdictions, we actively seek out people with the talent and potential to flourish at TMF Group, whatever their background, and offer job opportunities to the broadest spectrum of people. Once on board we nurture and promote talented individuals, making sure that senior positions are open to all.

Discover the Role
The role of the Payroll Specialist will support junior and more experienced team members with the delivery of the payroll services to TMF’s clients.  All payroll and associated tasks must be completed by the Payroll Specialist in an efficient, professional and timely manner, providing a high quality of service to the client. The Payroll Specialist will in addition, be required to maintain a good working relationship with the client, answer queries and provide them with any requested documentation.

Key Responsibilities
Responsible for meeting payroll compliance requirements via accurate, complete and timely processing of weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls, remittances and filings with appropriate tax authorities/pension providers as required and payments to employees; Supervises/Train  and allocates tasks to Job Band 1 & Job Band 2 colleagues, whilst maintaining overall responsibility for task accuracy and completeness, keeping line manager updated as appropriate. Responsible for meeting the indicated deadlines for each allocated client task; Performing tasks in compliance with company policies relating to payroll to ensure requirements are followed consistently and in full for each payroll cycle; Performing tasks in compliance with employment legislation, data protection and control risk within payroll function; Being the primary day to day contact for payroll audits, Central Statistics Office and other requirements.  Responsible for providing data  & answering audit queries and analysis at year-end and preparation of all monthly and annual statutory returns as required; Responsible for processing, payment, reconciliation and reporting of benefits (e.g. Health Insurance, Pension, Share Awards etc.) as required; Providing administrative support for management of payroll and benefit issues and accurate record keeping. Perform standard defined tasks to on board smaller new clients; Identify out-of-scope service and providing respective information to the team leader/manager Keeps up to date with changes in local payroll and tax legislation Escalates any concerns to line supervisors or line manager in a timely manner Uses TMF’s payroll software effectively Maintains relevant databases, client records and other tracking tools as required Provides administrative support to the payroll team as required Attends client meetings as required Accurately and timely completion of Billing templates To undertake any other duties as reasonably expected for the role

Key requirements
IPASS/CIPP, or equivalent qualification with substantial experience in a fast paced, high volume payroll position, A detailed knowledge of PAYE (including BIK) and PRSI/NI, Familiarity with Revenue’s Online Service and bank transfer processes, Experience with payroll systems e.g. Megapay Sage Micropay, STAR and Microsoft office packages and or willingness to learn to use payroll systems Resourceful, independent and strong problem-solving abilities Excellent written and communication skills, with strong ability to plan ahead and organise themselves Able to articulate and communicate with clients in a concise and professional manner Fluency in English is essential

What’s in it for you?
Pension scheme Private medical insurance  Life assurance x4 base salary  25 days Holiday  Eligibility for Group Discretionary Bonus Technology hire purchase scheme* Discounted gym memberships, Lifestyle discounts  Purchase additional holidays* Interest-free Season ticket loan* – repayable over 12 months.  

We’re looking forward to getting to know you!