Payroll Manager at Confidential - Greater Kuala Lumpur

Confidential

Kuala Lumpur

Salary: Undisclosed

Confidential

Finance

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Role Summary

The Payroll Manager is responsible for managing payroll operations across various countries, ensuring compliance and accuracy in payroll processing. This role requires strong leadership and collaboration with multiple stakeholders to enhance payroll efficiency.

Job Description

The Payroll Manager will oversee and coordinate end-to-end payroll activities across multiple legal entities and countries, including Malaysia, Singapore, Bangladesh, and the Middle East. This role is crucial for ensuring that payroll is accurate, timely, compliant, and efficiently administered while collaborating with HR, Finance, employees, external payroll providers, agency partners, and relevant statutory authorities. The position also involves managing agency payroll activities, supporting employee onboarding and off-boarding, resolving payroll queries, and contributing to payroll controls and process improvements.

Job Requirements

Diploma or bachelor's degree in HR, Payroll, Finance, Accounting, or a related field

5+ years of relevant payroll experience, ideally across multiple entities and jurisdictions

Strong experience managing end-to-end payroll and statutory requirements

Experience working with external payroll providers and third-party agencies

Knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory requirements across Malaysia and Singapore; Middle East experience is advantageous

Strong numerical, analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience with HRIS/payroll systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills

Ability to manage multiple payroll cycles, deadlines, and priorities

Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential employee information

Payroll Manager - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for a Payroll Manager at Confidential in Kuala Lumpur?

Confidential has not disclosed the salary for this role. Payroll Manager positions in Kuala Lumpur typically pay RM2,300–RM8,000 per month, based on the 15 comparable vacancies currently listed on SuperJobs.

Where is this Payroll Manager job located?

This Payroll Manager position is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This role is fully on-site.

What qualifications do I need for this Payroll Manager role?

Confidential is looking for Diploma or bachelor's degree in HR, Payroll, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; 5+ years of relevant payroll experience, ideally across multiple entities and jurisdictions; Strong experience managing end-to-end payroll and statutory requirements.

How do I apply for this Payroll Manager job at Confidential?

Apply directly on SuperJobs — create a free profile, upload your CV once and submit. There is no agency fee and no charge to applicants. Applications close 2026-11-07.

Quick Info

Company

Confidential

Location

Kuala Lumpur

Salary

Undisclosed

Incentive / Bonus

Annual medical and dental allowances, hospitalization and surgical insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid vacation and sick leave, career growth and development opportunities, corporate events, team activities, and other employee initiatives

Skills Required

9 skills

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Required Skills

HR ManagementPayroll ProcessingComplianceAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunicationStakeholder ManagementMicrosoft ExcelHRIS

Payroll Manager Salary at Confidential

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