Payroll Associate (Corporate Services)

About the role

PwC is looking for a Payroll Associate to join its Corporate Secretarial Services (CSS) unit. You will support clients in Singapore by ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing and compliance with statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal/external clients and payroll vendors to gather payroll data and guarantee accurate salary payments.
• Submit employee remuneration returns and notifications of non‑citizen employee cessations to IRAS within required timelines.
• Provide advice on complex payroll cases, uphold service standards, and protect confidential payroll information.
• Assist in streamlining and re‑engineering payroll processes to improve efficiency.

Required profile

• 1–3 years of solid experience in a payroll environment.
• Experience in outsourced payroll is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office and proven use of payroll software.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and handle confidential data sensitively.
• Strong teamwork attitude and effective interpersonal communication skills.

Required skills

• MS Office
• Payroll software
• Payroll accounting
• Payroll legislation
• Payroll management
• Payroll system optimization
• Payroll taxes
• Payroll tax preparation
• Tax compliance
• Withholding tax