Payroll Specialist, Singapore

Who we are
At lululemon, we work together to elevate the world. We set audacious goals, nurture big growth and engineer innovative products that allow people to feel—and perform—their best. To us, leadership is more than a role or title—it’s a way of being. We are all leaders, committed to growth and results.

Together, we’re co-creating a future that otherwise wouldn’t exist. To do that, we’re looking for people who unite diverse perspectives to lean into bold visions. Who strive to be better than they were yesterday. Who are all in, in everything they do.

We’re looking for you. Join us

About this team
The Payroll Specialist will be within the Operations Accounting function and responsible for supporting our fast-growing business attending to the needs of our employees.

We are an amazing team of passionate, active and dedicated leaders who are counted on as a key business partner in strategic and operational decisions. We provide a tremendous opportunity to learn about the various operations within lululemon, working often in cross-functional teams on a variety of projects. You will be able to add value immediately, see the big picture, and develop a business and finance skill set that you can leverage in your future roles within the organization. We are a stand for high quality work, driving high quality results and living a high quality life.

**A day in the life**:

- Responsible for SEA payroll operations for local employees in Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore and Malaysia
- Perform full spectrum of payroll function and ensure monthly payroll process for new hires, terminations, salary changes, compensation and benefit payouts are executed promptly, accurately and in compliance with country statutory and regulatory requirements
- Close collaboration with our service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate salary payments to employees
- Prepare monthly reports and variable payroll data (e.g. retail bonus, OT allowance, salary adjustment) to service providers
- Review, validate and reconcile payroll output files from service providers to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Drive payroll calendar and ensure payroll inputs reach on time and ensure banking transactions are completed in accordance with deadlines
- Assist in year-end tax activities ensuring filings are done within statutory deadlines
- Liaise with People & Culture team and payroll vendors in relation to pension, social insurance and tax authorities
- Follow up with employees as necessary regarding to incomplete and/or inaccurate personal data
- Provide advisory and respond to employees’ queries on payroll matters in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain an up to date information on local labor laws and regulations compliance requirements
- Assist with payroll audits when needed
- Assists or provides required information on internal/external audits, including country regulatory audits
- Assist in other payroll related project as required

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree with 3+ years experiences in a similar role
- Advanced level of proficiency in English
- You have advanced knowledge of local labor laws and regulations throughout SEA, including Thailand and Vietnam, Singapore and Malaysia would be an advantage
- Be knowledgable of using Time and Leave Management systems such as Ceridian Dayforce and Workday would be an advantage
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
- Professional and able to keep sensitive information completely confidential and organized

**Must haves**:

- Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
- Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
- Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
- Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take themselves too seriously.

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