Payroll Assistant (Gopeng - Perak)

About the role
Lotuss Stores (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join our dynamic Finance and Human Resources team in Gopeng, Perak. This is a full-time position offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career in payroll administration within a growing retail organization. You will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for our workforce, supporting the smooth operation of our finance functions and contributing to employee satisfaction through reliable compensation management.

What you'll be doing

• Set up new employees in the payroll system and maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records.
• Ensure all new starters are successfully set up in the payroll system within 3 working days.
• Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Handle payroll-related queries promptly and provide effective support to employees.
• Manage the attendance system and monitor employees’ attendance, leave and absence records.
• Assist in coordinating staff schedules and maintaining proper documentation for attendance, leave and payroll matters.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including filing, documentation and data entry.
• Provide day-to-day HR and administrative support to the Line Manager and employees.
• Ensure HR and payroll records comply with company policies and relevant statutory requirements.
• Respond to employees’ administrative enquiries and escalate matters to the relevant parties when required.

What we're looking for

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in Human Resources, office administration, or a related role.
• Experience in payroll and time & attendance systems, with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and provide effective support to store operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling administrative tasks, records, and data entry.
• Adaptable and able to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Apply now
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this Payroll Administration opportunity with Lotus’s Stores (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in Gopeng, Perak, we encourage you to submit your application along with your updated CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!