Senior Global Payroll Specialist, APAC
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Join a leading global biotechnology company, as a Senior Global Payroll Specialist within the Global Payroll team. This is a critical, immediate hire and high-impact 6-month contingent role (with potential for extension) based in Melbourne, responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant payroll across the entire Asia‑Pacific region. This position is key to the team's drive towards automation and continuous improvement. The Role & Responsibilities Reporting to the Director, Global Payroll, you will be the self‑sufficient owner for end‑to‑end payroll operations across 9 APAC countries (including Australia, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Korea, and China). Processing the full payroll cycle with third‑party vendors, from managing data collection (e.g., salary changes, absences, one‑time payments) to delivering accurate and timely results, including the Australian fortnightly (bi‑weekly) pay run. Compliance & SOX: Ensuring VERY critical SOX compliance and adherence to local regulations and audit requirements. An accounting background is preferred for this dedicated "numbers person." Utilising Workday HCM for data flow, time tracking, and shift schedules, and interacting with the third‑party processor, IPPEX. Proficiency in Advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) is mandatory. Driving vendor relationships, managing escalations, and implementing improvements focused on KPIs. Partnering closely with internal teams (Comp, Benefits, Finance, Tax) and managing the payroll calendar. Monitoring the payroll inbox and ServiceNow tickets, ensuring timely resolution of employee payroll inquiries and timesheet support, meeting set SLAs. Reviewing current procedures to identify and implement enhanced processes, systems, and controls (Digitize Everywhere Possible Mindset). About you A minimum of 5+ years of complex global/APAC payroll experience. Strong, hands‑on experience with Australian payroll and deep knowledge of local payroll legislation/taxation. Global Exposure: Comfort managing highly complex, multi‑country payrolls across the APAC region (experience in additional APAC and EMEA countries preferred). Direct, hands‑on experience with Workday HCM and familiarity with the IPPEX system. Experience using ServiceNow for ticket management. Mandatory, detailed experience with SOX compliance. Proficiency with Advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, linking formulas) and a meticulous focus on data integrity. Must be a self‑sufficient owner who thrives in a matrixed, fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. The Benefits Located in Melbourne's South Eastern Suburbs, public‑transport‑accessible. Hybrid 70/30 in‑office model, aligning closely with team members. Gain experience with a publicly‑listed and globally‑recognised brand. ASAP Start, potential for extension beyond 6 months. If you are a collaborative and exacting payroll professional ready to make an immediate impact in a high‑growth, transformational company, apply now. For any queries regarding this role or other opportunities within the payroll function, you can reach out to ***************@randstad.com.au directly At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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