Payroll Associate / Senior Associate (Contract)

About the role

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Payroll Associate / Senior Associate to manage manpower expenditure (EOM) related to research grants and support payroll operations. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with numbers, systems, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Researcher Grants Management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all manpower expenditure (EOM)-related grant activities, liaising with both external stakeholders (grantors and appointed auditors) and internal stakeholders (Finance, Office of Research, and Principal Investigators).
• Ensure timely and accurate submission and auditing.
• Reconcile EOM postings and resolve outstanding charges.
• Provide support for EOM simulations, grant switches and other grant related matters.
• Respond to and resolve EOM-related queries from stakeholders.
• Maintain and update payroll SOPs related to research grants.
• Payroll Operations
• Work closely with the payroll team to support operational activities, including but are not limited to:
• Assisting with payroll operations such as processing and related payroll entries.
• Preparing monthly manual journal postings and ad-hoc adjustments due to late instructions or unforeseen circumstances.
• Managing and processing employee benefits claims in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supporting payroll system improvements, including participating in system testing (UAT) and enhancement initiatives.
• Who We Are Looking For
• Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resource, Accounting, Information Systems, Business, or related fields.
• Preferably at least 3 years of payroll experience in Singapore. Fresh graduates with a keen interest in payroll are welcome to apply.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and experience with manual journal entries is an advantage.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• The successful candidate will be emplaced at an appropriate appointment grade based on qualifications & experiences

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