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Payroll Lead - Malaysia
Remote • APAC
No Relocation
Posted: January 17, 2026
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What this job can offer you
What you bring
- Experienced in regional / global payroll operations specifically Malaysia.
- Ability to manage risk and exercise judgement to resolve/escalate issues. Exercise discretion when handling confidential matters
- Understanding of global payroll best practices.
- Experience in implementing payroll in multiple countries and in managing relationships with third party payroll services.
- Proficient in using software tools like SAP, Excel / Google Sheet.
- Proven experience as Payroll Expert, with extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
- An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, international work environment with a passion for making an impact.
- Is a productivity geek and will constantly think of ways to improve and speed up their work.
- You understand the need and ideal to work largely asynchronously.
- It's not required to have experience working remotely, but is considered a plus.
- Professional working proficiency in English.
Practicals
- You'll report to: Manager, Payroll Operations
- Team: Global Payroll
- Location: Malaysia
- Start date: As soon as possible
Application process
- Interview with recruiter
- Interview with team members (no managers present)
- Interview with future manager
- Interview with Senior manager
- Bar Raiser Interview
- Prior employment verification check