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We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and diligent Payroll Specialist. As part of the GBS HR team, this role will support Payroll processes across several countries.
Our ideal candidate is analytical and methodical, with experience in Payroll administration and strong knowledge of payroll regulations, preferably in more than one country. We also value integrity, team spirit and strong organizational skills, with an ability to meet strict deadlines and to work with colleagues in international locations.
Responsibilities:
Processing payroll across multiple countries, working with in-country payroll processors where they exist
Supporting and where possible optimising payroll execution systems and processes, to facilitate the collection, calculation, and entering of data
Updates payroll records by reviewing and approving changes
Supports employee queries relating to payroll as they arise, working with in-country payroll processors to do so
Liaises closely with 3rd party payroll providers, ‘in country’ payroll teams and centralised support teams to ensure a best in breed delivery of payroll solution
Designs and prepares appropriate reports to support the business
Manages relationships with stakeholders such as the payroll COE, Finance, wider HR, Benefits team, 3rd Party payroll providers and employees
Ensures compliance with local legislation, including tax and social security
Supports required reconciliations with the Finance team, such as payments to statutory bodies, General Ledger files, etc
Maintains payroll guidelines and processes by writing, updating, and supporting policies and procedures
Supports the development and maintenance of audit procedures and control reports to ensure the accurate processing of payroll
Ensures a clear and uniform payroll approach across jurisdictions
Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
What we are looking for in our successful candidates:
Regional payroll experience and understanding of labour legislation principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with payroll systems like Workday (desirable)
High accuracy and focus in completing tasks.
A proactive approach to process improvement and tackling challenges.
Strong oral and written abilities in English, with additional language skills (e.g., Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Thai) as an advantage.
Ability to manage priorities, deal with ambiguity, and embrace change.
A collaborative team player with a proactive “own it” mindset.
Experience of working closely with third party payroll provider model such as ADP, Safeguard or TMF would be considered advantageous.
Our ambitions will bring the very best out in you. You’ll be pushed to aim higher and really own your work. You’ll be encouraged and supported to make things happen, too. It can be challenging. But, as the progress you make will help improve the lives of millions, it’ll be worth it.
This is stepping up to a challenge.
This is work that’ll move you
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