Associate / Consultant, Payroll (Global Compliance & Reporting)

Job Description

The Associate/Consultant will support EY’s global payroll compliance and reporting services for multinational clients. Responsibilities typically include preparing payroll-related calculations and reports, reviewing statutory requirements, coordinating with international teams, researching regulatory changes, maintaining accurate documentation, and helping resolve client queries. Candidates should have a degree or diploma in accounting, finance, business, payroll, or a related discipline, with strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills. Familiarity with payroll processes, employment taxation, statutory reporting, or multinational compliance is advantageous. The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, clear communication, and the ability to manage deadlines across different countries. Experience with Excel, payroll systems, or professional services environments would be helpful. EY will expect a collaborative, client-focused mindset and willingness to learn.

Company Info

EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is a major global professional services organization providing assurance, tax, transaction, consulting, and advisory services. Its clients range from emerging businesses to multinational corporations and public-sector organizations. EY operates through an international network of member firms, helping organizations manage risk, improve performance, respond to regulatory requirements, and pursue long-term growth. In Singapore, the firm serves businesses across financial services, technology, consumer products, healthcare, government, and other industries. The company places strong emphasis on professional development, teamwork, digital capabilities, ethics, and building trusted client relationships. This payroll position sits within a compliance and reporting environment, supporting organizations with accurate, timely, and internationally coordinated payroll obligations.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city-state and a leading regional hub for finance, technology, consulting, logistics, and professional services. Job opportunities are strongest in multinational companies, banking, accounting, cybersecurity, data, healthcare, and supply-chain operations. The culture is diverse and generally professional, with English widely used at work alongside Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil. Lifestyle is convenient, safe, and modern, although housing and dining in central areas can be expensive. Public transport is excellent, and surrounding neighborhoods offer a mix of high-rise apartments, hawker centers, parks, shopping, and beaches. Foreign professionals usually need an employer-sponsored work pass; the Employment Pass is common for qualifying professional roles, while the S Pass applies to eligible mid-skilled positions and has quotas. Employers typically guide applications, but candidates should check salary thresholds and current Ministry of Manpower rules. Relocating is easiest with a confirmed offer, health coverage, suitable housing budget, and documentation ready.