Director Global Ssc Payroll Process Owner

AngloGold Ashanti; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti seeks a Director for their Global SSC Payroll Process Owner position in Johannesburg. This senior role will focus on governance, transformation, and standardization of payroll operations across multiple regions. The ideal candidate will have extensive global payroll experience, relevant professional certifications, and a proactive approach to lead change and innovation within the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in global payroll processes.
• 7–10 years in leadership roles within Shared Services.
• Multilingual in English and other languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll process from initiation to delivery.
• Ensure compliance with payroll-related tax and statutory reporting.
• Drive payroll process transformation and automation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Change Management

Communication

Vendor Management

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Professional payroll certification (CPP, FPC)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

ADP GlobalView

SAP

Workday

Oracle Cloud

Job description

AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”), a leading global mining company, boasts a vibrant and inviting culture that beckons new individuals to join its ranks. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee is valued and celebrated for their unique perspectives and contributions.

Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of their culture, promoting a sense of unity and shared goals amongst employees. Additionally, AngloGold Ashanti prioritizes employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment.

Joining this dynamic organization means becoming a part of a culture that champions innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the mining industry and the broader community.

Objective of the role

The Director, Global SSC Payroll Process Owner will lead the end-to-end design, ownership, and governance of payroll operations during and after the migration to a Shared Services Center (SSC) model. This role will serve as the primary subject matter expert (SME) and interface between AGA regional business units and the SSC, ensuring seamless payroll operations, compliance, service performance, and continuous improvement across the U.S., LATAM, and Africa

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field
• Professional payroll certifications such as CPP, FPC, or relevant international equivalents
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
• Multilingual skills in English, Portuguese, French, or relevant African languages highly desirable

General Knowledge & Experience

• 7–10 years of end-to-end global payroll experience covering the U.S., Brazil, South Africa, and broader LATAM and African regions
• 5+ years of leadership experience operating within a Shared Services model and managing SSC providers
• Expertise in regional labor laws, tax regulations, statutory filings, and audit requirements
• Demonstrated experience leading payroll process standardization, optimization, and transformation initiatives
• Practical experience with global payroll platforms such as ADP GlobalView, SAP, Workday, or Oracle Cloud
• Strategic thinker with a strong focus on process improvement and operational excellence
• Skilled in vendor relationship management and performance oversight
• Excellent communicator capable of engaging global stakeholders across business functions and cultures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail
• Resilient and adaptable to change within a fast-paced, dynamic business environment
• Culturally agile with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse and geographically dispersed teams

Role Accountabilities

End-to-End Payroll Process Ownership

• Own the global payroll process from initiation through delivery, including design, governance, and compliance
• Develop standardized payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls across all supported regions
• Drive payroll process transformation initiatives, focusing on automation, standardization, and scalability
• Maintain comprehensive payroll process documentation, training resources, and business continuity plans
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, Legal, and Compliance to align payroll processes with upstream and downstream systems and regulatory requirements
• Ensure global payroll audit readiness and support internal and external audits, coordinating documentation and compliance reviews.
• Oversee compliance with payroll-related tax, benefits, and statutory reporting requirements in each jurisdiction

SSC Partner Management

• Act as the primary liaison between AGA regional teams and SSC payroll operations, ensuring service expectations are clearly defined and consistently met
• Define and monitor payroll KPIs, SLAs, and quality standards in partnership with SSC leadership and SSC providers
• Manage payroll escalations, overseeing root cause analysis and driving timely resolution across all regions
• Lead SSC vendor governance activities, including contract oversight, service performance evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Track global payroll budgets and identify opportunities for cost optimization and operational efficiency

Transformation Leadership and Change Management

• Design and implement future-state payroll process maps, operating models, and governance structures to enable SSC operations
• Support payroll system migrations and integrations by ensuring accurate translation of business requirements
• Drive change management initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, communication plans, and payroll training programs
• Advise leadership on payroll risks, compliance requirements, and best practices across different regulatory environments
• Collaborate with data privacy and security teams to ensure payroll operations comply with global data protection standards (e.g., GDPR)

Expansion and Scalability

• Develop scalable payroll models and frameworks to support new market entries, acquisitions, and business expansions
• Recommend and implement technology enhancements to improve payroll efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability
• Maintain awareness of global payroll trends and innovations to continuously enhance payroll operations and service delivery

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field
• Professional payroll certifications such as CPP, FPC, or relevant international equivalents
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
• Multilingual skills in English, Portuguese, French, or relevant African languages highly desirable

Remuneration

As per the AGA salary scales.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter addressing suitability for the role. All academic and work-related achievements to be clearly highlighted. AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability. Experience in the manufacturing or mining sectors desired. Please note that applications should be submitted before close of business on 02 July 2025. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.