Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.

Here, you will unlock your full potential with career opportunities and learning experiences. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, ground-breaking innovation, and forward-thinking colleagues. If you are highly driven with a can-do attitude, and you bring out the best in yourself and others, then join us to power new futures.

Are you a payroll expert with strong regional experience and a passion for accuracy, compliance, and process improvement?

Join IC Automotive Inc. as a Senior Payroll Specialist (APAC), where you will act as a subject matter expert (SME) for payroll operations across the region. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll delivery while driving standardization, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple APAC markets.

What you’ll do

Own and deliver end-to-end payroll processing for assigned APAC markets, with a focus on Singapore.
Ensure 100% accuracy and timeliness of payroll, statutory filings, and regulatory submissions.
Act as the payroll SME, providing expert guidance on payroll processes, compliance, and system-related matters.
Develop and maintain country-specific payroll SOPs, checklists, and documentation standards.
Drive process standardization and automation, reducing manual workarounds and improving efficiency.
Partner with Data & Reporting teams to improve payroll data quality, reporting accuracy, and insights.
Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with local labor laws, tax, and statutory requirements.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, Tax, Legal, and IT teams to resolve payroll issues and improve processes.
Manage relationships with payroll vendors and external stakeholders, ensuring service quality and compliance.
Contribute to regional initiatives such as payroll transformation, system implementation, and M&A integration support.
Provide training and knowledge sharing to internal stakeholders to strengthen payroll capability.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be:

With 7+ years of payroll experience, preferably across APAC markets such as Singapore and/or Hong Kong.
Strongly experienced in end-to-end payroll processing, including tax, social security, and statutory compliance.
Fluent in English with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Highly detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy and governance.
A problem-solver with strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
Able to work independently and act as a process lead and SME when required.
Experienced in shared services or multinational environments (advantage).
With exposure to multiple payroll systems and vendors.

Nice to have

Experience in payroll transformation or system implementation projects.
Background in Finance or Accounting.
Experience supporting M&A integrations or regional expansions.

We offer you

A regional role with exposure to multi-country APAC payroll operations
Opportunity to act as a payroll SME and process champion
Involvement in transformation, standardization, and automation initiatives
A collaborative environment across HR, Finance, and global teams
Career progression opportunities into Payroll Lead or Regional Payroll Manager roles
Competitive compensation, benefits, and flexible work arrangements

Start your journey

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your expertise and mindset may be exactly what we’re looking for.

Join IC Automotive Inc. and help drive payroll excellence across APAC.

Opportunity for everyone

IC Automotive Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Senior Payroll Specialist, People Services

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