The HR Officer (Compensation & Benefits Payroll) is responsible for managing payroll operations, employee compensation and benefits, and ensuring full compliance with Malaysian labour laws. This role requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and strong knowledge of payroll processes and statutory contributions.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Payroll Management
- Process monthly payroll accurately and in a timely manner.
- Calculate salaries, allowances, overtime, commissions, bonuses, and deductions.
- Prepare and distribute payslips to employees.
- Manage salary payments through banking systems.
2. Statutory Contributions & Compliance
- Administer statutory contributions including EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and PCB.
- Ensure timely submission and payment of all statutory deductions.
- Ensure compliance with the Employment Act 1955 and other relevant labour regulations.
- Prepare payroll-related documents for internal and external audits.
3. Compensation & Benefits Administration
- Coordinate employee salary structures, allowances, and benefits.
- Administer employee benefits such as leave, insurance, medical claims, and other entitlements.
- Support the implementation and review of company compensation and benefits policies.
- Prepare payroll cost analysis and C&B-related reports.
4. HR Records & Systems
- Maintain and update employee payroll records and HR systems.
- Ensure strict confidentiality of payroll and employee data.
- Prepare monthly and annual payroll reports for management review.
5. HR Operational Support
- Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, deductions, and benefits.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Work closely with Finance and Management teams.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fields.
- Minimum 13 years of experience in HR, preferably in payroll and compensation & benefits.
- Strong knowledge of Malaysian labour laws and statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB).
- Proficient in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
- High attention to detail, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Good communication and time management skills.
