Primary Task & Key Responsibilities:


Within the global payroll operating model, responsible for multiple payrolls operationally, which includes:
Ensuring that all relevant payroll related input is loaded to the outsourced service provider’s portal
Monitoring integration performance (payroll data from Workday to payroll services provider)
Adherence to the payroll processing calendar, e.g. ensuring input deadlines met
Validating payroll output, i.e. processing output from payroll services provider
Responding to queries on payroll input
Checking and approving final payroll outputs,
End of pay cycle requirements, including:
Posting journals to SAP
Ensuring pay slips are successfully integrated to Workday
Forecasting funding requirements and responding to Accounting / Finance queries
Monthly reports, quarterly and annual reports, as required
Payroll regulatory oversight, with guidance from Regional Leads and Payroll Lead and payroll services provider
Benefits regulatory oversight and implementation of mandatory occupational benefits, where applicable for country
Benefit enrolment and management, in so far as is relevant for accurate payroll processing,
Managing deductions and payments to various third parties, where applicable
Participating in Workday enhancement for the employee experience and for payroll operational efficiency
Maintaining local Standard Operating Procedures for countries in scope (adopting and championing Global Operating Model)
Payroll audits – responding to auditors’ requests for data
Responding to payroll enquiries from employees and stakeholders in a timely manner


Key Relationships:


Payroll Service provider
Third parties, e.g. benefits providers
Managers and Leads
Employees


Qualifications:


Relevant certifications or tertiary qualifications
A tertiary degree is seen as beneficial
Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite, for example MS Excel, etc.


Work Experience & Skill Requirements:


Knowledge of Workday compensation and benefits
Experience of working with an outsourced payroll vendor is essential
Experience of working with different international payrolls is beneficial
Experience of monitoring the completion of payroll integrations
Advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English.
High skill level in analyzing payroll and other numerical data
Exceptional attention to detail, and ability to process / check payroll calculations
Ability to manage complex, ad-hoc solutions based on business need with a ‘fix-it’ mentality
Has meticulous attention to detail, with a keen sense of ownership and accountability
Experience of working within a fast-paced, corporate environment required
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact well with team colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
Is comfortable working independently, cross-functional, across geographies in a dynamic environment
Has ability to self-manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Is committed to delivering exceptional service