Executive / Senior Executive (NS Payroll)

The job holder will assist Manager/ Senior Manager (NS Payroll) in the MHA NS Payroll section. The NS Payroll section is responsible for the accurate and timely payment of NS allowances to both the NSFs & NSmen. The job holder is required to initiate, assess and perform the payroll process to facilitate the payment of Make-Up Pay (MUP) to the NSmen and the monthly allowance to the NSFs. He/She is required to oversee the projects within the NS Payroll team and to identify areas for improvement. The job holder should be familiar with all the policies relating to the payment of NS payroll/allowances and MUP claims. The job holder is required to work closely with SPF PNSD/SCDF HRD and PPOs from SPF and SCDF. He/She will also liaise with his/her counterparts in NS Policy & Recognition (MHA), MINDEF, SPF and SCDF from time to time to check on policies and best practices. He/ She will also assist in the drafting, review and implementation of financial policies/processes and systems relating to both NSFs and NSmen payments.

• Processing of the payroll for NSFs & MUP for NSmen • Work with the system vendors for the execution of the payroll process. • Claims verification for MUP payment. • Approving of tax adjustment claims for Self- Employed NSmen. • Identify areas of improvement or workflows/processes that can be further streamlined/harmonized • Formulate SOPs for the administering of NS pay matters. • Analysis of Payment data - to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements for smoother operations. • Automation initiatives - to identify manual tasks suitable for automation and implement digital solutions to enhance productivity and reduce processing time. • Any other ad-hoc duties assigned.

• Proficiency in MS Office tools like PowerPoint and Excel is required. • He/She should be a good team player and possess good communication skills. • The candidate must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate attention to detail when handling data. • The ability to learn quickly and adapt to existing processes is essential. Note: one-year temporary contract position