For Malaysian SMEs and startups, managing HR and payroll is no longer just about "paying on time." With the Gig Workers Act 2025 taking effect in March 2026 and new mandatory EPF contributions for non-citizens, the cost of a payroll error has never been higher.
Alena Consultancy & Services (an official MIHRM Organizational Member) provides the specialized expertise needed to transition your business into this new era of digital compliance.
2026 Statutory Compliance: We manage the latest 2% mandatory EPF for foreign employees and ensure all payroll data is e-Invoicing ready for LHDN’s MyInvois portal.
Gig & Casual Labor Management: Total support for service agreements and social protection filings required under the new Gig Workers Act.
Cloud-Integrated Payroll: Automated calculations for EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and PCB/MTD using secure, LHDN-approved software.
Leave & Attendance Tracking: Real-time digital monitoring to reduce "buddy punching" and ensure accurate overtime (OT) claims.
Professional HR Advisory: Beyond just data entry, we provide MIHRM-certified guidance on disciplinary actions, PIPs, and contract stamping.
Avoid Heavy Non-Compliance Fines: With stricter enforcement on foreign worker EPF and e-Invoicing, outsourcing removes the risk of "accidental" non-compliance.
Access to MIHRM Expertise: SMEs often can't afford a full-time HR Director. Outsourcing gives you that level of expertise at a fraction of the cost.
Digital Transformation (IR 4.0): Shift from manual Excel sheets to automated, audit-ready digital records that satisfy 2026 tax requirements.
Strategic Focus: Free your management team from administrative "firefighting" so they can focus on scaling the business.
Most accounting firms only look at the numbers. Alena is an HR-first consultancy. We understand the "human" side of the law—from handling delicate employee disputes to drafting legal employment contracts that protect the employer.
Q1: How does Alena handle the new EPF rules for foreign workers? We automatically update our systems to reflect the mandatory 2% employer/employee contribution rates that began in late 2025, ensuring your business stays compliant without manual adjustments.
Q2: Is Alena’s payroll e-Invoicing ready? Yes. We ensure all payroll-related claims and reimbursements are structured to meet LHDN’s mandatory e-Invoicing requirements for 2026.
Q3: Can you help with the new Gig Workers Act? Absolutely. We assist businesses in drafting the necessary "Service Agreements" and managing the required social security (PERKESO) deductions for gig and platform-based workers.
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Editorial Note:
This article was prepared by the Alena Marketing & Compliance Department to provide Malaysian SMEs with insights on HR and payroll outsourcing, compliance, and workforce management best practices.
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