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Payroll Accountant

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This job is a Payroll Accountant at TNS, managing payroll for 300+ employees in the APAC region. You might like this job because you’ll work with global teams, handle complex payroll issues, and help shape company processes—all in a hybrid work environment!

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2 Locations, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

An extraordinarily talented group of individuals work together every day to drive TNS' success, from both professional and personal perspectives.  Come join the excellence!

Overview

Transaction Network Services has an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Accountant supporting our employees in our APAC region. The Payroll Accountant performs Global payroll-related functions for approximately 300+ employees utilizing ADP Streamline and ADP Payline.

Responsibilities

  • Processing of monthly payroll(s) for international employees to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on-time.
  • Ensure accurate data entry of employee changes including but not limited to new starters, leavers, tax forms and direct deposit authorizations forms.
  • Responsible for the extract of data from the time and attendance system, validating and processing the data in the appropriate payroll system.
  • Assist with the auditing of payroll to ensure proper transmission.
  • Facilitate consistent and timely resolution of employee issues, concerns, and questions by responding to internal customers.
  • Solve complex payroll issues relating to employee pay and associated taxes.
  • Work closely with Corporate Accounting to ensure an accurate payroll interface to the general ledger system and other payroll related entries for month end close.
  • Assist with generating reports on a regular or on demand basis to support payroll processing and other requirements associated with year-end.
  • Participate in audits of payroll-related activity to ensure compliance.
  • Prepare data files as required for year-end reporting for employees and the associated government filings.
  • Partner with HR & Finance teams where required to ensure coordination and information sharing between the teams for seamless delivery.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives.
  • Maintains payroll-specific records, including changes in wage/salary rates; pension, insurance, mandatory deductions; new hires, terminations, leave of absence, etc.
  • Assist with process mapping and documentation is developed, updated, and maintained.
  • Ability to manage multiple project assignments in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Actively participate in a work environment that promotes teamwork, mutual respect, accountability. Comply with all company policies and legal requirements.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years' multi country payroll experience
  • Strong expertise in APAC Payroll, including statutory deductions, taxation, and compliance with local law
  • Ability to independently handle end-to-end payroll processes and issues.
  • Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines
  • Working knowledge of auditing concepts and controls, pay calculations regarding overtime, pre-tax deductions.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business preferred or equivalent work experience.
  • ADP Streamline and ADP Payline (AUS) experience for international payroll processing preferred.
  • Workday experience a plus.
  • Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office products (Excel, Access, Word).

What we provide:

  • Hybrid Working

  • Study Assistance/Allowance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • and many more...

If you are passionate about technology, love personal growth and opportunity, come see what TNS is all about!

TNS is an equal opportunity employer. TNS evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.


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Company Benefits

Paid Time Off

Including paid holidays and sick leave to promote work-life balance.

Health Insurance

Providing medical coverage to support employees' health needs.

Retirement Plans

Offering plans to assist employees in preparing for their future financial security.


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Transaction Network Services

Transaction Network Services (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is part of the global Transaction Network Services (TNS), a leading provider of secure data communication and interoperability solutions. TNS serves industries such as payments, financial markets, and telecommunications, offering services like secure transaction processing, low-latency trading connectivity, and telecom signaling. Based in Malaysia, the company...