Our client is a leading player in the financial services industry, known for their commitment to operational excellence and innovation. With a focus on delivering exceptional customer outcomes, they are seeking a Payroll Governance Consultant to support their team in driving payroll accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
About the Role:
As a Payroll Governance Consultant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of payroll operations. Leveraging your expertise in payroll systems and processes, you will:
* Conduct detailed investigations and reconciliations of payroll data, resolving discrepancies and ensuring data accuracy.
* Act as a payroll subject matter expert, supporting various business projects and delivering key outcomes.
* Collaborate with payroll leads to ensure that all process maps and work instructions are accurate and up-to-date.
* Align payroll governance approaches with broader People & Culture projects to maintain operational excellence.
* Gather and interpret requirements for technology and process changes driven by legislative or business needs.
* Ensure all risk, compliance, and control measures are effectively managed and maintained.
* Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll processes and systems.
Relevant Experience:
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
* Extensive payroll experience within complex corporate environments, with a proven ability to manage payroll reconciliations and audits.
* Proficiency in SAP or similar payroll systems, as well as advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
* Strong analytic capabilities with the ability to interpret and act on complex data, translating it into actionable insights.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and work across cross-functional teams.
* A passion for operational and customer excellence, and the ability to drive improvements in a fast-paced environment.
* A tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Experience in the financial services sector is preferred but not essential.
The Benefits:
* Career Development: Work with experienced leaders who will support your growth and career progression.
* Work-Life Balance: Our client values flexibility, ensuring you have the opportunity to manage both work and life commitments.
* Impact: Be part of a team that drives positive change and delivers meaningful outcomes in payroll governance.
* Innovation and Excellence: Join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises operational excellence and continuous improvement.
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.