Payroll Manager - APAC Region

• Develop and oversee remediation plans for payroll issues across multiple markets and support local teams in implementing remediation actions.
• Develop medium to long-term payroll strategies aligned with company goals.
• Drive process optimisation and automation to enhance efficiency by creating a roadmap for payroll improvements, including technology upgrades and process enhancements.

• Oversee the payroll processing for multiple APAC countries, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local regulations.
• Coordinate with HR and finance teams to ensure all employee data is accurate and up to date.
• Manage and resolve any payroll-related issues or discrepancies.
• Lead the implementation of payroll systems and software upgrades.

• Stay updated with the tax laws and payroll regulations in various APAC countries.
• Ensure payroll operations are compliant with local laws and international standards.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of required reports and documentation to government agencies.

• Identify and assess payroll-related risks in the APAC region.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and best practices.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll processes to ensure risk minimisation.

• Develop and enforce internal payroll policies and procedures to ensure governance.
• Guide payroll-related policies to ensure company-wide adherence.
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to align payroll processes with company policies and legal requirements.

• Lead, train, and mentor the payroll teams across APAC.
• Foster a collaborative environment and ensure continuous professional development of the team.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage staff workload and assignments.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., HR, Finance, Legal) and external partners (e.g., payroll vendors, tax advisors) to streamline payroll processes.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related inquiries from employees, management, and external parties.

• Generate regular reports on payroll metrics for senior management.
• Analyse payroll data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.

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