Bengaluru | July 6, 2026:
Highlights
- Acquisition: AscentHR acquires 100% equity share capital of OS HRS Malaysia, Japan, and India from BREXA Inc. (formerly Outsourcing Inc.), Tokyo, Japan.
- Expansion: Strengthens payroll delivery and compliance expertise across China, Japan, India, Malaysia, Korea, Singapore, APAC, and the Middle East.
- Impact: Expected to double AscentHR’s revenue and significantly expand its regional customer base.
- Integration: Combines AscentHR’s technology and HR solutions with OS HRS’ deep regional payroll expertise and in-country delivery capabilities.
Announcement
AscentHR, a leading provider of HR, payroll, compliance, and workforce solutions, today announced the strategic acquisition of OS HRS, a trusted APAC-focused payroll outsourcing provider with over two decades of experience in delivering multi-country payroll services.
The acquisition was completed in June 2026 through a single-stage transaction, under which AscentHR acquired 100% of the equity share capital of OS HRS Malaysia, OS HRS Japan, and OS HRS India from BREXA Inc., one of the world’s leading HR and staffing services groups. Financial terms were not disclosed.
This marks a significant milestone in AscentHR’s growth strategy, expanding its regional payroll delivery capabilities, compliance expertise, and presence across key APAC and Middle East markets.
Subramanyam S., Founder & CEO, AscentHR: “This acquisition is an important milestone in AscentHR’s journey to build a leading regional payroll and workforce solutions platform across Asia-Pacific. OS HRS has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality payroll services, deep compliance expertise, and exceptional customer support across the region.”
He further added: “Beyond expanding our geographic reach and delivery capabilities, this acquisition will significantly accelerate our growth trajectory. Together, we are creating a stronger organization with deeper local expertise, enhanced service capabilities, and a broader regional footprint that will enable us to support multinational organizations more effectively across APAC.”
Combined Organization Capabilities
- Multi-country payroll delivery across APAC and MEA through a unified operating model.
- Deep local compliance expertise supported by dedicated in-country specialists.
- Integration with global HRMS and enterprise platforms.
- Faster onboarding and implementation for regional payroll programs.
- Native-language support and responsive service delivery across countries.
About OS HRS
OS HRS supports global enterprises, including Fortune 500 organizations, through regional delivery hubs in Malaysia, Japan, and India. The company provides end-to-end payroll services, covering payroll processing, statutory compliance, reporting, and regulatory management.
The integration will be undertaken in a phased manner to ensure continuity for customers, employees, and partners while creating new opportunities for growth and innovation across the region.
About AscentHR
AscentHR is a leading provider of Human Capital Management, Payroll, Compliance, and Workforce Solutions, helping organizations simplify workforce management through technology-enabled products and managed services. 🌐 https://ascent-hr.com
About OS HRS
OS HRS is a Malaysia-based, APAC-focused payroll outsourcing provider delivering end-to-end managed payroll services across multiple countries. With deep regional expertise and operational hubs in Malaysia, Japan, and India, OS HRS helps multinational organizations manage payroll efficiently and compliantly across diverse markets. 🌐 https://oshrs.com
