Payroll and Tax Analyst
Our client, a top-tier American Investment Management firm with a strong global presence, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Payroll and Tax candidate to join their Singapore office. This is a permanent opportunity to be part of a high-performing team within a prestigious and well-established organization.
You will be responsible for managing the full spectrum of payroll activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing for both local and expatriate employees. This includes handling bonuses, pensions, and off-cycle payments. You will also play a key role in ensuring compliance with Singapore's tax regulations and statutory requirements, while serving as the subject matter expert for internal and external audits, as well as payroll-related projects and initiatives.
This role requires a strong understanding of payroll systems, tax legislation, and pension schemes, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments and regions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including expatriate payroll and variable components such as bonuses and allowances
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory filings and tax reports in compliance with local regulations
- Administer pension contributions and ensure alignment with company policies and legal requirements
- Act as a point of contact for payroll and tax audits, providing documentation and expert guidance
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to resolve payroll-related issues and improve processes
- Support and lead payroll-related projects, including system upgrades, process enhancements, and policy updates
Core Focus Areas:
- Payroll Operations: Accurate and timely payroll processing
- Tax Compliance: Adherence to local tax laws, reporting standards, and statutory obligations
- Pension Administration: Oversight of pension contributions and regulatory compliance
- Project & Audit Support: Participation in audits and payroll/tax-related projects and initiatives
PoC: Nicole Lim
EA Number: R24124984 / EA License No: 16S8194
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