226 Payroll Manager jobs in Singapore

Overview
Our client is an
Established Professional Services Corporation.
They are seeking for a leader to join their growing business as a
Senior Payroll Manager.
Position Summary
The Senior Payroll Manager is responsible for leading the payroll operations team in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services to a portfolio of corporate clients based in Singapore. This role ensures smooth end-to-end payroll delivery, statutory compliance, and a high level of client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the full spectrum of payroll processing for assigned client accounts, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.
Review and approve monthly payroll runs, salary reports, statutory contributions (CPF, SDL, SHG), and IRAS submissions.
Ensure timely disbursement of salaries, bonuses, and other payments in accordance with client timelines.
Provide expert advice to clients on payroll calculations, taxation, and regulatory matters.
Manage escalations and resolve complex payroll queries or discrepancies promptly.
Serve as the main point of contact for key client accounts, maintaining strong partnerships and ensuring service excellence.
Conduct regular client reviews to assess satisfaction, performance metrics, and improvement opportunities.
Support new client onboarding and transitions, including payroll system setup and process mapping.
Collaborate with clients’ HR and Finance teams to align payroll processes with organizational changes and policies.
Ensure all payroll activities comply with Singapore’s employment laws, CPF Board, IRAS, and MOM regulations.
Stay updated on legislative changes and advise clients on the implications and required process adjustments.
Prepare and review monthly and annual payroll reports, including IR8A/IR8S, AIS submissions, and year-end reconciliations.
Support audit and compliance reviews, providing accurate documentation and reconciliations.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of payroll specialists to ensure consistent service delivery standards.
Establish and monitor operational KPIs to track accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce manual errors.
Work closely with internal IT and system teams to implement payroll software enhancements or new client integrations.
Job Requirements
Minimum. Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
At least 8–10 years of progressive payroll experience, including 3–5 years in a managerial or supervisory role within a payroll outsourcing environment
Strong working knowledge of Singapore payroll, taxation, CPF, and employment regulations.
Proven experience managing multiple client accounts in a high-volume service environment.
Other information
Working Location: Central
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Office Hours
Basic Salary: S$8,000 or Above + Bonuses
To Apply
Please contact your friendly consultant, Gerry Seet at or submit your resume to
Gerry Seet Shi Hau
Cornerstone Global Partners
EA: 19C9859
Reg No: R
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Overview
HR Operations & Payroll Manager (6 months contract)
Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.
Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050. Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.
Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.
Role Overview:
In this role, you will be in charge of maintaining and administering Singapore payroll and benefits policies, initiatives, frameworks and programs. You will serve as the COE of providing information to business leaders and Singapore HR team for making informed and data driven payroll and benefits related decisions. You will also manage the HR Operations team in administering employee benefits, immigration & work pass processing, MyHR system administration and other HR admin tasks.
Responsibilities
Supervise & perform full payroll operations for CMA CGM Group entities in Singapore (in house and support where payroll is outsourced)
Monthly HC and HR related reports are shared on time with HR leaders
Leave Management & timely reporting to business
Systems Administration
Employee queries related to payroll are responded timely
Benefit and insurance scheme administration coordination, administration of:
Planned and unplanned remuneration activities (Annual SI & Bonus Review, Out of Cycle Reviews)
Remuneration, payroll and benefits frameworks including facilitating and ensuring approvals are within
CMA CGM’s Global Reward and Regional Guidelines
Production and distribution of communication materials and policy updates to both internal and external stakeholders
Ensure accurate and timely processing of programs / payments
Administration of employer-funded employee insurance schemes
Maintenance of existing benefits policies and procedures and development of new policies as required to support CMA CGM employee value proposition
Monitor benefit trends, external enquiries and updates to related legislation to ensure continued compliance of benefits, remuneration and reward schemes
Review and assess payroll and benefits policies, initiatives, frameworks and programs to drive continuous improvement
Complete salary, benefit, industry, government and statutory remuneration surveys / requirements.
Incorporate survey findings into payroll and benefits approach as appropriate
Collaborate with the TA & HRBP team to support internal movement of employees for employee transfers, secondments, short-term and long-term assignments
Liaise with the HRBPs to coordinate and collate HC, salary review, benefits, bonus and other staffing budgets
Any other ad hoc projects given by HR Manager
Qualifications
5-7 years’ experience in in a relevant role – payroll, C&B, HR Operations Management or in a highly technical finance role
Excellent numerical skills with very high analytical ability
Strong Excel and reporting skills with proven previous experience
Knowledge of relevant legislation in regard to HR and Payroll issues.
Financial and business aptitude
Proficient in statistical methodology
Understanding of tax system
Benefits
Why Join CMA CGM ? Be part of a global leader in shipping and logistics with ambitious growth plans. Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and regional exposure.
This role is opened for local employment only.
Salary package (local) & job title shall commensurate with experience.
Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
By applying for this role, you hereby consent to the CMA CGM Group collecting, processing and using any personal information you submit, for the following purposes:
(i) To process the application for the role being applied for;
(ii) To process the application for other open positions within the CMA CGM Group which may be suitable to you;
(iii) To conduct necessary reference checks; and
(iv) Any other purpose related to one or more of the above.
You further consent to the CMA CGM Group retaining such personal information for a period of two years following your submission thereof, so that we may consider you for other open positions within the CMA CGM Group which may be suitable to you in the event that you are not selected for this role.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that CMA CGM Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, CMA CGM Group will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, CMA CGM Group explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of CMA CGM Group.
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We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting end-to-end recruitment activities, including job postings, interview coordination, and onboarding. They will also maintain and update employee records, HR databases, and documentation.

• Support recruitment activities from start to finish
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and databases
• Assist with leave administration, claims, and performance review tracking
• Provide general administrative support, including filing, correspondence, and office coordination

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Human Resources or Business Administration preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to handle confidential information

We are seeking a highly skilled Human Resources Generalist to join our organization.

• Employee Onboarding and Management:
• Coordinate with management on workforce planning and requirements.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, and onboarding documents.
• Conduct thorough employee orientation and ensure proper induction procedures.
• HR Administration and Compliance:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in electronic formats and physical files.
• Develop and manage HR-related forms, including job applications, leave requests, and other necessary documents.
• Manage insurance policies, including adding or removing employees and renewing annual coverage.
• Payroll and Benefits Administration:
• Process monthly payroll accurately and distribute payslips in a timely manner.
• Manage employee leave records, including off-in-lieu, annual leave, medical leave, and no-pay leave.

The HR Coordinator will be responsible for various human resources duties, including recruitment and hiring processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Posting job openings and managing the application process.
• Scheduling interviews and coordinating with applicants and hiring managers.
• Processing employee applications, negotiating contracts, and ensuring payroll accuracy.

Additional tasks involve maintaining a filing system, assisting with insurance claims and surveys, responding to finance queries, submitting and reconciling expense reports, and handling sensitive information confidentially.

The ideal candidate will possess strong multitasking skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and experience in administration, payroll, compliance, communication, and team management.

Essential qualifications for this role include:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

This role offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.