Payroll Executive (Immediate / Agency)

Role Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Payroll Executive to join a fast-moving recruitment and staffing environment in Singapore. In this role, you will oversee payroll accuracy and timeliness for a substantial contractor population while ensuring full alignment with local employment and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Run monthly, end-to-end payroll for around 300 or more contractors paid through the agency.
• Calculate salaries accurately, including CPF, statutory deductions, overtime, allowances, reimbursements, and final pay.
• Produce payroll reports and assist with monthly reconciliation work.
• Support onboarding and exit administration, including employment contracts and payroll documentation.
• Maintain compliance with the Employment Act, CPF rules, MOM guidelines, and other legal obligations.
• Assist with work pass matters when needed, including applications, renewals, and cancellations.
• Work with clients, contractors, and internal teams to resolve payroll questions quickly and professionally.
• Keep employee records accurate and confidential.
• Help prepare materials for payroll audits and internal or external reviews.
• Look for ways to streamline payroll workflows and improve efficiency.
• Take on other HR, payroll, or administrative tasks as required.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accountancy, or a similar field.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience, ideally in recruitment, staffing, or outsourced payroll settings.
• Background handling payroll for a large contractor workforce of about 200 people or more.
• Solid understanding of Singapore payroll rules, including the Employment Act, CPF, MOM requirements, statutory contributions, and compliance practices.
• Exposure to work pass administration such as Employment Pass, S Pass, and Work Permit will be an advantage.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and payroll software.
• High level of numerical accuracy, strong attention to detail, and good organisation.
• Able to juggle multiple deadlines in a busy environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

Application Notes

Interested candidates should send an updated resume in MS Word format to the named recruiter contact. A confidential conversation can also be arranged using the provided phone numbers. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Privacy & Data Notice

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