ANZ Payroll Lead - Process & Compliance Expert

Aecom Philippines, Inc.; Pateros; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Philippines, Inc. is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to handle day-to-day ANZ payroll processing.

You will support junior members with guidance and leverage expertise to resolve complex process issues in compliance with local regulations, policies, and audit requirements. The role involves leading complex payroll activities, ensuring accuracy, statutory compliance, and continuous process improvement across payroll functions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in Finance or Accounting.
• With solid experience in processing ANZ region payroll, exposure to end-to-end payroll processing.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Advanced working knowledge and understanding of HR processes and procedures.
• Advanced working experience in a high-volume/high-headcount payroll processing.
• Solid experience working with Payroll Systems and other HR Systems preferably in Oracle, and Workday.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Perform complex payroll activities in compliance with established procedures and methodologies.
• Perform taxation, legislative and statutory obligations, and preparation of returns.
• Lead and support in ensuring up-to-date processes and compliance with changes for accurate payroll processing.
• Contribute as subject matter expert by applying technical expertise in the payroll process.
• Provide guidance to junior team members on query resolutions and process exceptions.
• Develop and prepare reports, analyses, and presentations for periodic and ad hoc requirements.
• Address issues with guidance from Team Lead and propose preventive measures.
• Work with Team Lead on process improvement initiatives to streamline processes and improve customer experience.
• Create and update SOP/DTP of current and new processes and document updates.
• Resolve identified issues and keep the Team Lead updated on ongoing concerns.
• Participate in various process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and onboarding.

Skills

Payroll processing

ANZ payroll

MS Office

HR processes

High-volume payroll

Payroll systems

Tools

Oracle

Workday

Job description

AECOM Philippines, Inc. is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to handle day-to-day ANZ payroll processing.

You will support junior members with guidance and leverage expertise to resolve complex process issues in compliance with local regulations, policies, and audit requirements. The role involves leading complex payroll activities, ensuring accuracy, statutory compliance, and continuous process improvement across payroll functions.