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Muhd Arif Husaini Bin Zaharudin

Payroll Specialist
Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Result-driven Payroll Specialist with over 6 years of experience managing end-to-end payroll processes for organizations with 1,000+ employees. Proven expertise in payroll accuracy, statutory compliance, employee query management, and system maintenance. Strong analytical skills and process improvement mindset, including successful automation of leave and claims systems. Known for attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and consistent delivery of accurate, compliant payroll operations.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Payroll Associate

Shopee Mobile Malaysia
11.2023 - Current
  • Ensured timely and accurate payroll processing for 1,000+ employees by consolidating data and liaising with external payroll vendor
  • Reviewed monthly payroll summaries from vendor for data accuracy and compiled cost reports for Finance department
  • Collaborated with vendor to implement updates in payroll legislation, ensuring full compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements
  • Addressed 10–20 weekly payroll-related employee queries, ensuring high satisfaction and timely issue resolution
  • Compiled monthly payroll cost summaries for Finance reporting and budget planning
  • Liaised with government agencies to resolve statutory compliance matters and support internal audits
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information, adhering to strict privacy guidelines.

Payroll Executive

Denso Wiper Systems Sdn Bhd
03.2018 - 10.2023
  • Processed and validated monthly attendance records for 1,000+ employees to support accurate payroll execution
  • Coordinated with departments to ensure smooth payroll closure and execution using HR2000 system
  • Executed final payroll processing and secured monthly salary approvals from top management
  • Compiled contract staff attendance and managed foreign worker levy claims with third-party agents
  • Reported payroll accuracy to Finance, supporting timely and error-free financial reconciliation
  • Prepared detailed monthly labor cost reports for executive meetings to inform workforce planning
  • Managed statutory contributions (EPF, Socso, IRB) and voluntary deductions (Tabung Haji, ASB, Zakat)
  • Verified new hire information and maintained HR2000 master data to ensure payroll integrity
  • Led automation of leave application and claims process, transitioning from manual to digital systems
  • Supported yearly external payroll audits and liaised with government officers to ensure ongoing statutory compliance

Education

Diploma - Diploma Engineering Technology Telecommunication

University Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
04.2001 -

SPM - Accounting Major

University Kuala Lumpur
Negeri Sembilan
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Payroll Processing & Reconciliation
  • Statutory Compliance (EPF, Socso, IRB)
  • HR2000 System
  • Excel & Microsoft Office
  • Payroll Reporting & Cost Summaries
  • Employee Relations & Query Resolution
  • Process Automation
  • Leave & Claims Management

Timeline

Payroll Associate

Shopee Mobile Malaysia
11.2023 - Current

Payroll Executive

Denso Wiper Systems Sdn Bhd
03.2018 - 10.2023

Diploma - Diploma Engineering Technology Telecommunication

University Kuala Lumpur
04.2001 -

SPM - Accounting Major

University Kuala Lumpur
04.2001 -
Muhd Arif Husaini Bin Zaharudin Payroll Specialist