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Payroll Operations Partner

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Glencore

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Accounting & Tax
  • Johannesburg

AI generated summary

  • You should have relevant certifications, strong Excel skills, analytical abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication. Experience with payroll, outsourcing, and international systems is a plus.
  • You will oversee payroll processes, ensure compliance, manage inputs, validate outputs, monitor integrations, handle benefits, and respond to queries while maintaining procedures and supporting audits.

Requirements

  • Relevant certifications or tertiary qualifications
  • A tertiary degree is seen as beneficial
  • Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite, for example MS Excel, etc.
  • Knowledge of Workday compensation, benefits and integrations is beneficial
  • Experience of working with an outsourced payroll vendor is beneficial
  • Experience of working with different international payrolls may be beneficial
  • Advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English
  • Advanced financial analytical skills
  • Can manage complex, ad-hoc solutions based on business need with a ‘fix-it’ mentality
  • Has meticulous attention to detail, with a keen sense of ownership and accountability
  • Experience of working within a bustling, corporate environment required
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact well with stakeholders at all levels
  • Is comfortable working independently, cross-functional, across geographies in a dynamic environment
  • Has ability to self-manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Is committed to delivering exceptional service
  • Ability to communicate in other languages such as Chinese or Spanish may be beneficial

Responsibilities

  • Payroll regulatory oversight, with guidance from Regional Leads, HR Hub Lead and payroll services provider
  • Within the global payroll operating model, responsible for multiple payrolls operationally, which includes:
  • Ensure that all relevant payroll related input is loaded to the outsourced service provider’ portal
  • Monitoring integration performance (payroll data from Workday to payroll services provider)
  • Adherence to the payroll processing calendar, e.g. ensure input deadlines met
  • Validates payroll output, i.e. processing output from payroll services provider
  • Responds to queries on payroll input
  • Checks and approves final payroll, reporting controls
  • End of pay cycle requirements, including:
  • Monitoring integration performance (GL to SAP and pay-slips to Workday)
  • Forecasts funding requirements and responding to Accounting / Finance queries
  • Monthly reports, quarterly and annual reports, as may be required
  • Benefits regulatory oversight and implementation of mandatory occupational benefits,
  • Benefit enrolment and management, in so far as is relevant for accurate payroll processing,
  • Manage deductions and payments to various third parties, where applicable
  • Participates in Workday enhancement for the employee experience and for payroll operational efficiency
  • Maintains local Standard Operating Procedures for countries in scope (adopting and championing Global Operating Model)
  • Payroll audits – responds to auditors’ requests for data
  • Responds to general- or payroll enquiries from employees and stakeholders in a timely manner

FAQs

Where is the Payroll Operations Partner position located?

The position is located in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Payroll Operations Partner?

The primary responsibilities include payroll regulatory oversight, managing multiple payroll operations, ensuring payroll-related input is loaded, validating payroll output, responding to payroll queries, and managing benefits regulatory oversight.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is full-time.

What qualifications are required for the Payroll Operations Partner role?

Relevant certifications or tertiary qualifications are required, with a tertiary degree seen as beneficial.

Is proficiency in any specific software necessary for this job?

Yes, highly proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Excel, is necessary. Knowledge of Workday compensation and benefits is also beneficial.

What skills are required for this position?

Key skills include advanced financial analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to self-manage multiple priorities.

What type of work experience is preferred for candidates?

Candidates are preferred to have experience working with an outsourced payroll vendor and experience in a bustling corporate environment. Knowledge of international payrolls is also beneficial.

Are there language requirements for this position?

Advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English is required. Additional languages such as Chinese or Spanish may be beneficial.

When is the closing date for this job application?

The closing date for this job application is 10/02/2025.

What type of company is Glencore?

Glencore is one of the world's largest diversified natural resource companies, producing and marketing over 60 commodities that support various industries, including automotive, steel, and power generation.

Energy
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1974
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a global and diversified natural resource company. From powering the electric vehicle revolution, to the smartphone in your pocket, the commodities we source enable modern life.