Global Payroll Manager

About the Role:

Fnp.com is seeking an experienced, action-driven Payroll Manager/Lead to oversee the entire overseas payroll operations for our employees in the Middle East and Singapore. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate, timely payroll processing, compliance with regional laws, and actively contribute to HRIS implementation and automation. This role requires a proactive leader with excellent communication skills, strong presentation capabilities, and the ability to develop strategic roadmaps to drive payroll and HR transformation across multiple locations and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Management:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all overseas employees in Middle East and Singapore.
• Ensure full compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, social security, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with regional offices, external payroll vendors, clients, and statutory authorities to ensure smooth payroll execution.
• Oversee payroll reconciliations, audits, and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll documentation and prepare detailed reports for management.

• Stakeholder & Vendor Management:

• Act as the primary liaison with multiple locations, clients, and vendors related to payroll.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships across functions and with external partners.
• Manage escalations and proactively resolve operational challenges.

• HRIS Implementation & Automation:

• Lead and contribute to the configuration, rollout, and optimization of HRIS systems for payroll automation.
• Provide training and support on system adoption and best practices.

• Strategic Planning & Communication:

• Develop comprehensive payroll roadmaps aligned with business goals and HR transformation strategies.
• Create clear, engaging presentations (PPTs) to communicate payroll initiatives, project status, and process improvements to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively influence and collaborate.

• Process Improvement & Action Orientation:

• Identify gaps and opportunities in payroll processes; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay abreast of global payroll trends and compliance changes, implementing updates promptly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of payroll management experience with overseas payroll exposure (Middle East and Singapore preferred).
• Proven action-oriented leader with experience managing multi-location payroll and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of regional payroll laws, tax regulations, and statutory compliance.
• Experience in HRIS implementation and payroll automation (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong PowerPoint and presentation skills; ability to develop clear, impactful roadmaps and reports.
• Proficiency with payroll software and MS Excel; data analysis skills are a plus.
• High level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential information.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.