Payroll Manager

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At KPMG Singapore, our People, Performance & Culture (PPC) team is committed to empowering teams to stay in front by creating a workplace where people thrive. We design and deliver programs that attract, develop, and retain top talent, while fostering a culture of excellence and inclusion.

We're looking for a Payroll Manager who is passionate about leading from the front—someone who thrives on driving operational excellence, innovating to stay ahead, and transforming payroll into a strategic enabler of business success.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to the payroll team, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting continuous development.
  • Oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple business entities, ensuring accurate and timely processing for a workforce of approximately 3,500 employees.
  • Lead payroll transformation by identifying opportunities for automation and process optimization to enhance operational efficiency
  • Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external audits, managing payroll-related escalations effectively.
  • Prepare and review payroll reports, journal entries, and account reconciliations in accordance with regulatory standards and corporate policies.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve escalations and support evolving business needs.
  • Stay abreast of Singapore payroll legislation and industry best practices, continuously refining internal processes to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate should possess:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
  • At least 7 years of experience managing full-cycle payroll operations, with a minimum of 3 years leading and developing a payroll team.
  • Proven, hands-on experience in designing and implementing payroll process improvements, including automation and system enhancements.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for building efficient, tech-enabled processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with SAP or SuccessFactors payroll systems is a plus.
  • A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a drive to stay in front of change.
Seniority level
  • Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Accounting/Auditing and Human Resources
  • Industries Financial Services and IT Services and IT Consulting

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