HR Assistant, Payroll & Benefit

About PETROS:

At PETROS we aim to achieve sustainable development for Sarawak and the nation through responsible resource management. We embarked on this journey with a purpose:Harnessing Resources for the Sustainable Progress of Sarawak and Beyond. Through innovation collaboration and a forward-thinking approach PETROS aims to pioneer solutions that pave the way for a more sustainable and equitable energy future.

Position Overview:

HR Payroll Assistant supports the delivery of core HR operations with a primary focus on payroll execution and employee benefits administration. The role ensures accurate timely and compliant processing of payroll and benefits transactions through SAP S/4HANA and SAP SuccessFactors while maintaining data integrity and supporting continuous improvement of HR policies processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support monthly payroll processing including data preparation validation reconciliation and submission through SAP S/4HANA and SAP SuccessFactors.
• Process payroll-related changes (new hires resignations salary adjustments allowances deductions unpaid leave) and ensure timely system updates.
• Administer employee benefits operations including medical insurance and leave administration and maintain accurate benefits records in HR systems.
• Support statutory payroll submissions and compliance requirements (EPF SOCSO EIS PCB Baitulmal) including data preparation and reconciliation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee master data in SAP SuccessFactors ensuring data integrity and audit readiness.
• Respond to payroll and benefits enquiries providing timely clarification and resolution of issues.
• Prepare payroll and benefits reports including payroll variance headcount and benefits utilisation for internal review.
• Support process documentation system enhancements testing and continuous improvement initiatives within the PPS team.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management Business Administration Accounting or related field.
• Have at least 1 to 3 years of experience in HR operations payroll administration or HR-related administrative roles.
• Practical exposure to payroll processing and employee benefits administration is preferred.
• Working knowledge or hands-on experience in SAP S/4HANA (payroll or HR-related modules) and SAP SuccessFactors particularly Employee Centralis preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in payroll and data management.
• Good understanding of Malaysian payroll statutory requirements (EPF SOCSO EIS PCB).
• Basic knowledge of employee benefits administration and HR operational processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data validation reconciliation and reporting.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills especially in managing monthly payroll cycles.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Clear communication skills for employee support and coordination with stakeholders.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including healthcare retirement plans paid leave etc.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a global organization.
• The chance to be part of transformative projects that impact Sarawak and beyond.

Application Deadline: 16 February 2026