LEAD PAYROLL ANALYST

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

 

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

The Main Responsibilities

• Execute payroll processing with precision and punctuality
• Oversee the integration and coordination of timekeeping and payroll systems
• Maintain strict compliance with all applicable legal requirements and company policies
• Provide educational support to employees regarding their payroll-related queries
• Work in partnership with external payroll service providers to ensure seamless payroll and benefits administration
• Generate essential payroll documentation, including postings, funding needs, and reports at the end of each month
• Keep meticulous records of all payroll transactions and employee information
• Process government-paid leaves such as paternity, maternity, and childcare leaves, along with tax clearances and National Service claims, in a timely manner
• Ensure full compliance with local tax laws and legislative mandates related to employee benefits and payroll
• Conduct thorough payroll reconciliations, cost allocations, back charging, and handle payment-related tasks
• Engage collaboratively with both internal and external parties to manage payroll operations, reporting, and audits
• Provide prompt responses to any payroll-associated inquiries
• Promptly address and resolve any employee concerns or questions about their payrolls.
• Engage in the continuous improvement of payroll processes
• All other ad hoc as assigned

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll processing and administration.  
• Strong understanding of payroll principles, taxation and labor laws/regulations in Singapore and/or other APAC countries
• Attention to detail and accuracy in payroll calculations and data entry
• Strong in Excel 
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of integrity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Compensation

What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 339493

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

 

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

 

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Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.