Mastering Payroll Administration
Date: 14 - 15 Sep 2026
Ensure Compliance and Accuracy in Malaysian Payroll Management.
Overview
This program provides HR professionals, payroll administrators, and compliance officers with the essential knowledge to manage expatriates’ and foreign workers’ tax and statutory obligations in Malaysia. Through practical insights and case studies, participants will learn how to handle taxation, statutory contributions, and reporting requirements effectively.
Programme Outline
Module 1: Introduction to the Malaysian Tax System
Module 2: Residency Status and Its Tax Implications
Module 3: Taxation of Employment Income
Module 4: Common Remuneration and Benefits – Tax Treatment
Module 5: Tax Filings, Reliefs, and Obligations
Module 6: Year-End Tax Responsibilities and Compliance
Module 7: Statutory Contributions for Foreign Workers and Expatriates in Malaysia
Social Security Organisation (SOCSO / PERKESO)
Learning Objectives & Outcomes
1. Understand the regulatory framework governing taxation and statutory contributions for foreign workers and expatriates in Malaysia.
2. Differentiate between resident and non-resident tax treatment and apply the correct tax rules.
3. Prepare the key elements of an operating and capital budget and evaluate the different budgeting techniques used
4. Accurately compute employment income and benefits, including allowances, benefits-in-kind, and other special payments. Calculate different capital budgeting evaluation techniques for effective capital expenditure management
5. Fulfill employer obligations in filing statutory forms (EA, CP8D, Form E) and meeting LHDN deadlines.
Who Should Attend
This course is intended for employees in Human Resources, particularly those managing the portfolio of Recruitment:
- Talent Acquisition
- Talent Development
- Talent Management
