Payroll Specialist - Australia

Ready to join the future of work? Come join a remote and hybrid first, global company spanning across the Americas, Europe, and Asia for A Job That Works for You. You will become among 2000+ Guardians worldwide, embracing YOUR unique approach to work. Our vision of the future of work is “Work In Any Way” which offers flexibility for where you work, it empowers you to define your ideal work environment, unbound by the traditional notions of what work should look like. Most importantly, it puts people first! About Us: Safeguard Global is…Global! We help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. Join us to meet diverse talent, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe. ✈️ The role in a nutshell: The key goal of Payroll Team lead is to work as part of Payroll team within HR Operations Division here at Safeguard Global, India. This role will support the daily tasks and priorities of the Australian Payrolls while ensuring that all aspects of the payroll cycle are processed accurately and in a timely manner. How you will make a difference:

• Manage a team using good people management skills
• Accurate and timely processing of client payrolls; from receipt of payroll changes (via various methods) to timely dispatch and approval of client payroll.
• Ensure appropriate workload allocation, sharing of knowledge, review performance, and instill a culture of continuous improvement and outstanding customer service
• Ensure that business goals are communicated in the team and linked to individual and team objectives
• Provide any required training/development for the team, including developing a structured induction for new starters
• Manage all year-end statutory returns on time
• Work closely with Client and other stakeholders to ensure that processes align and work effectively
• Ensure the payroll system is configured to meet needs as needs/statutory requirements change
• Assist as required with system testing/upgrade requirements
• Producing invoice triggers for accurate client invoicing
• Ensure timely payment to the employees and accurate submissions of payroll, respective statutory filing within the stipulated deadlines
• Increase customer satisfaction/ enhance the customer experience
• Maintain accurate customer records on CRM systems
• Maintain internal reporting requirements
• Develop processes and procedures for the business following customer and business requirements

What will give you an advantage:

• Must be payroll experienced of 9-10 years
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
• Experience in managing multiple customers in a payroll/ HR or project management capacity (payroll skills are a distinct advantage)
• Tenacious, organized, and customer focused approach
• Ability to lead a team of people i.e. share knowledge and expertise with colleagues and customers; coaching, development, ad hoc training
• Demonstrable customer service skills

Who we are and what we do: Safeguard Global is an international company with multiple offices across the globe. We enable over a thousand organizations to hire, onboard, manage and pay employees in over 165 countries. It's all about the people. We hire the best talent from across the globe, allowing you to learn about new cultures and interact with many different people worldwide. Our Global Benefits :

• Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Be supported with as much flexibility as possible.
• Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.
• 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.
• Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.
• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan.
• Coworking Space : Need to meet with a client, utilize admin services or just get out of the house? We’ve got you covered with flexible workspace options based on location.

Why become a Guardian:

• International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.
• ⭐ Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.
• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.

Next Steps: Ready to join a workforce that shapes itself around your life, embraces remote work like a pro? Apply, by clicking on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, and or a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time. Welcome to the Future of Work!