Regional Payroll Executive (5-Month Contract) | Orchard | Up $3.8K Per Month

Our client is a world-renowned, luxury group that nurtures some of the most iconic and creative Houses in couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, jewelry, and beauty. They are currently seeking a meticulous and driven Payroll Executive for a 5-month contract to support their regional hub in Singapore. Your Opportunity As a Regional Payroll Executive, you will provide end-to-end payroll support to multiple premium brands under the Group's umbrella, directly covering the Australia, New Zealand (ANZ), and Guam markets. 1. End-to-End Payroll Management Process end-to-end fortnightly payroll and manage the full spectrum of payroll functions (data collection, transmission, checking, and journal entries). Interpret and apply Australian Modern Awards (pay rates, allowances, penalty rates, shift loadings) and ensure strict compliance with the Australian Fair Work Act, New Zealand Holidays Act, PAYG, and KiwiSaver. Prepare and submit Single Touch Payroll (STP) for Australia and payday filing for New Zealand. Manage statutory/voluntary deductions and ensure timely submission of tax filings, including IRS (941, 940, W-2, W-3) and Guam local tax reports. Partner with external payroll vendors and internal teams to ensure all workflows are compliant and delivered on time. Execute off-cycle pay runs as requested by individual brands. 2. Monthly Closing & Financial Reporting Prepare monthly closing data, headcount reporting, overtime cost reports, and accruals for the Finance team. Liaise closely with Finance on monthly accruals, payroll journals, withholding tax, and deposits. 3. Tax Settlement & Audit Compliance Execute monthly, semi-annual, and yearly income tax returns (including part-time employee returns) and drive year-end tax settlements. Prepare for and support annual external and internal audit procedures, including participating in audit interviews. 4. System Management & Optimization Monitor system integration flows from Workday to local HRIS (e.g., iChris for ANZ). Flag and request system updates in accordance with statutory and tax law changes, and participate in exciting system implementation projects. 5. Employee Experience Act as the go-to expert for payroll enquiries from Brand HR partners and employees via the internal ticketing system. Requirements Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related discipline. Min of 2 years of hands-on payroll processing experience (exposure to ANZ or US/Guam payroll legislations is highly advantageous). Proficient in major payroll systems, HRIS, or SAP. Ready to Apply? Apply now! Please send your resume in MS Word format to deborah@crew.sg , along with your availability, current salary, and last drawn salary. Ho Yu Qing Deborah (R1104551) Crew by HRnet | HRnet Ventures Pte Ltd EA24C2435