Payroll Analyst (Finance)

TL;DR

Payroll Analyst (Finance): Managing end-to-end payroll operations for the Malaysian market with an accent on vendor management, statutory compliance, and data integrity. Focus on integrating Workday payroll data, resolving integration failures, and optimizing invoice processing via Ariba.

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Company

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end payroll operations for Malaysia across both GfK and NIQ entities.
• Partner with external payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate monthly payroll data and compliance with local laws.
• Administer employee establishment and termination processes and maintain up-to-date payroll records.
• Manage Workday payroll data, monitor integration processes, and resolve failures with the EIT team.
• Create invoices and purchase orders using Ariba, collaborating with finance and procurement to resolve discrepancies.
• Liaise with government agencies and statutory bodies to ensure regulatory compliance and timely reporting.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in Payroll.
• Experience working in an HR Shared Services Hub.
• Strong understanding of Workday HR system processes and hands-on experience with Ariba.
• University degree in HR, Finance, or a related field.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and excellent proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working environment.
• Volunteer time off.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP).