Assistant / Manager (Payroll) - 1-yr Contract

[What the role is]

As Payroll Manager, you will be the backbone of our people operations — ensuring every JTC employee is compensated accurately, compliantly, and on time. You will lead end-to-end payroll operations while driving continuous improvements to our payroll systems and processes, partnering closely with HR, Finance, and Technology teams to deliver a seamless employee experience.

[What you will be working on]

• Leading the full payroll cycle — processing monthly payroll, CPF contributions, tax filings (IR8A/IR21), and statutory payments in compliance with MOM regulations and CPF Act
• Managing payroll system administration, ensuring data integrity and accuracy across HR and Finance platforms (e.g. SAP)
• Reviewing and improving payroll processes and SOPs to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with WOG requirements
• Partnering with HR Business Partners and Finance to resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee queries professionally
• Generating payroll analytics and reports to support management decision-making and audit requirements
• Supporting HR system implementation and upgrades, translating policy intent into workable system solutions
• Ensuring compliance with Singapore employment legislation, including the Employment Act, CPF Act, and Income Tax Act

[What we are looking for]

• Minimum 5 years of Payroll management experience, preferably in the public sector or a large organisation
• Background in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Hands-on experience with Workday, SAP or equivalent HRIS/payroll systems