Payroll Specialist (Professional Services)
About the Role
We are partnering with a well-established professional services firm to hire a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations and support related accounting and compliance functions. This role offers exposure to a dynamic environment with close interaction across finance, HR, and senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-spectrum payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely salary payments
- Handle payroll-related calculations including bonuses, adjustments, and reimbursements
- Review and reconcile payroll reports in compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements
- Prepare payroll reports for management and regulatory submissions
- Support month-end closing activities, including payroll journals and accruals
- Prepare statutory tax filings (e.g. IR8A, IR8E, IR21) and liaise with external advisors where required
- Assist with partner-related matters including tax reporting and payment reconciliations
- Review employee expense claims and process reimbursements
- Support payroll system enhancements and process improvements
- Respond to payroll and expense-related queries in a timely manner
- Ensure compliance with Singapore labour laws and regulations
Requirements
- Minimum 4-6 years of relevant payroll experience
- Strong knowledge of Singapore payroll regulations, CPF, and income tax requirements
- Hands-on experience with end-to-end payroll processing
- Good understanding of payroll accounting (journals, accruals, month-end close)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g. Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
- Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
Preferred
- Experience in a professional services environment (e.g. legal, accounting, consulting)
- Exposure to partner-related payroll or tax matters
- Experience with payroll systems and process improvements
Additional Information
- Competitive remuneration package
- Collaborative and professional working environment
- Opportunities for learning and development
