Senior Payroll Specialist, APAC

Posted:
7/31/2025, 5:35:09 PM

Location(s):
Singapore, Singapore

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Accounting

About Vantage Data Centers


Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Vantage is seeking a meticulous and strategic Payroll Manager who is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll across Asia-Pacific region. This role manages payroll operations in compliance with local regulations, collaborates with internal stakeholders and external vendors, and drives continuous improvement in payroll processes to support regional and global business. You’ll be the go-to person for payroll expertise while driving projects that elevate our workforce experience in a diverse, dynamic regional environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple countries within the APAC region, ensuring compliance with local tax, social security, and labor laws.

  • Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure payroll accuracy, policy alignment, and effective reporting.

  • Ensure timely and accurate filing of payroll taxes, statutory reports, and year-end documentation.

  • Maintain and update payroll systems and records, ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.

  • Lead payroll audits and support internal/external audits by providing required documentation and insights.

  • Implement and monitor controls to reduce payroll errors and mitigate risks.

  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency and scalability.

  • Stay current on regulatory changes affecting payroll in each country within the region.

  • Manage employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits, ensuring high levels of customer service.

  • Generate payroll-related reporting for internal teams and leadership

  • Serve as a primary point-of-contact for employee payroll inquiries across the region

  • Partner with HR and business leaders to align payroll processes with operational goals

  • Support onboarding with a focus on payroll setup, benefit enrolment, and Workday configuration

  • Drive continuous improvement projects related to payroll systems, data accuracy, and reporting

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field Bachelor’s

  • 5+ years of experience in payroll, ideally within a regional APAC scope

  • Knowledge of employment regulations across multiple APAC countries

  • Experience working with outsourced payroll vendors and cloud-based payroll systems

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • · Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive data with discretion.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Proficiency in Workday or comparable HRIS tools

  • Strong Excel and MS Office skills for data management and reporting

  • Industry experience in tech, data centers, or fast-paced environments a plus

Preferred:

  • Payroll certification (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional or equivalent).

  • Experience in a multinational or shared services environment.

  • Familiarity with regional employment law and benefits practices.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.


Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

Vantage Data Centers

Website: https://vantage-dc.com/

Headquarter Location: Denver, Colorado, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 2010

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Private Equity

Industries: Data Center ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Technical Support