Payroll Officer

Tawau Specialist Medical Centre (TSMC) is a leading private healthcare provider in East Sabah, dedicated to delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centred medical services. As we continue growing, we are looking for a committed and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to strengthen our HR & Finance operations.

• Prepare and process monthly payroll accurately and on time for all staff (full-time, contract, locum).
• Verify attendance records, OT claims, on-call allowances, shift allowances, and other pay elements.
• Ensure all statutory deductions are correctly calculated (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB, HRD Corp).
• Update and maintain payroll data such as new hires, resignations, increments, promotions, and contract changes.
• Check and validate staff claims, medical claims, and allowances before payroll cutoff.
• Coordinate with department heads to ensure accurate timesheets and approvals.

• Ensure compliance with the Sabah Labour Ordinance (Cap. 67), statutory requirements, and internal policies.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports for management (manpower cost, OT cost, variances).
• Handle statutory submissions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, LHDN, HRD Corp).
• Support audits (internal/external) by providing payroll-related documents.

• Maintain organised HR payroll files, confidential information, and digital records.
• Update and maintain attendance system (thumbprint/face-scan system).
• Handle staff inquiries regarding salary, leave balances, deductions, and benefits professionally.

• Assist in preparation of annual increment and bonus worksheets.
• Support HR in matters related to staff movement, contracts, and confirmations.
• Liaise with Finance for reconciliation, budget planning, and monthly financial closing.
• Participate in process improvement and ensure payroll procedures follow SOPs.

• Diploma/Degree in HR, Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of payroll experience.
• Hands-on experience with payroll software (if required)
• Strong understanding of statutory requirements (EPF/SOCSO/EIS/PCB/HRD Corp) and Sabah Labour Ordinance.
• Strong attention to detail, high accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage sensitive information.
• Experience in healthcare or shift-based industries is an added advantage.

• Competitive salary package
• Annual leave, medical benefits, and staff healthcare privileges
• Performance-based increment & bonus
• Training & development opportunities
• Positive and supportive working environment