Payroll Team Lead

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Team Lead to oversee our payroll operations for Enterprise Singapore’s HQ and Overseas Centre (OC) payroll. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in payroll processing, team management and compliance with local regulations. The role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while driving process improvements and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management

• Manage and supervise a team of payroll/ claims executives, providing guidance and training on day to day tasks

Payroll Processing

• Oversee the full payroll cycle for HQ, Subsidiary and OC payroll (including additional festive runs if required), ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
• Oversee the annual IRAS tax submission process and adhering to stipulated deadline
• Review complex payroll calculations and seek clarifications from Enterprise Singapore Payroll team, where needed
• Review payroll reports and highlight discrepancies/ key observations when sending to the Enterprise Singapore Payroll team for verification and approval

Compliance, Data Integrity and Reporting

• Work with Enterprise Singapore Payroll team to ensure compliance in payroll policies, procedures, and practices
• Review payroll GLs and reconciliations prepared by Payroll Executive
• Ensure data integrity and maintain accurate payroll records and important documentation for audit and reporting purposes

Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, tax authorities, and system consultants
• Handle escalated payroll queries and resolve complex issues, in consultation with Enterprise Singapore Payroll team
• Collaborate with internal HR and Finance Departments to ensure accurate data flow and reporting

System & Process Improvement

• Lead payroll system enhancements and upgrades, including UAT processes
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments in the system and/or internal payroll procedures
• Propose changes in process flow, where applicable, for streamlining and process improvements

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resource or related field
• 7+ years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role
• In-depth knowledge of Singapore payroll regulations, CPF, and tax laws
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Workday or similar HRIS/payroll systems
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines