Primary Task & Key Responsibilities:


Payroll regulatory oversight, with guidance from Regional Leads, HR Hub Lead and payroll services provider
Within the global payroll operating model, responsible for multiple payrolls operationally, which includes:
Ensure that all relevant payroll related input is loaded to the outsourced service provider’ portal
Monitoring integration performance (payroll data from Workday to payroll services provider)
Adherence to the payroll processing calendar, e.g. ensure input deadlines met
Validates payroll output, i.e. processing output from payroll services provider
Responds to queries on payroll input
Checks and approves final payroll, reporting controls
End of pay cycle requirements, including:
Monitoring integration performance (GL to SAP and pay-slips to Workday)
Forecasts funding requirements and responding to Accounting / Finance queries
Monthly reports, quarterly and annual reports, as may be required
Benefits regulatory oversight and implementation of mandatory occupational benefits,
Benefit enrolment and management, in so far as is relevant for accurate payroll processing,
Manage deductions and payments to various third parties, where applicable
Participates in Workday enhancement for the employee experience and for payroll operational efficiency
Maintains local Standard Operating Procedures for countries in scope (adopting and championing Global Operating Model)
Payroll audits – responds to auditors’ requests for data
Responds to general- or 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, benefits and integrations is beneficial
Experience of working with an outsourced payroll vendor is beneficial
Experience of working with different international payrolls may be beneficial
Advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English.
Advanced financial analytical skills
Can 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 bustling, corporate environment required
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact well with 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
Ability to communicate in other languages such as Chinese or Spanish may be beneficial.