Payroll Specialist

About Kao

Kao is a globally recognized leader in the FMCG industry, boasting over 130 years of innovation and a cultural ethos rooted in integrity. We are proud to nurture iconic brands including Bondi Sands, Bioré, John Frieda, Bio-Oil, Curel, Biozet Attack, Goldwell, and KMS, dedicated to enhancing everyday care routines for people and the planet.

Role Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our Australia and New Zealand (AUNZ) team. This pivotal role involves full ownership of the end-to-end payroll process across the region. The successful candidate will oversee payroll operations, focusing on processing, compliance, reporting, and continuous process enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive fortnightly payroll processing in Australia and New Zealand using ADP (Australia) and Polyglot (New Zealand), including calculating commissions and bonuses.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory payroll obligations such as Payroll Tax, Superannuation, Workers Compensation, salary packaging including novated leases, and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT).
• Coordinate with third-party vendors to maintain compliance, system updates, and testing processes.
• Work collaboratively with HR and global Workday experts to maintain and test integrations between Workday and payroll platforms.
• Deliver accurate payroll data, reports, and insights to Finance and HR to support reconciliations, ledger alignment, and both internal and external audits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing prompt and solution-oriented support to employees and managers.
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes, enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and the overall employee experience.
• Contribute to payroll projects and continuous improvement efforts as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum five years' experience managing end-to-end payroll operations with a thorough understanding of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Strong proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP; familiarity with Workday systems is beneficial.
• Advanced skills in Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables, to ensure data integrity and support reporting functions.
• Proactive problem solver with excellent organizational capabilities and a keen eye for detail.
• Collaborative team player who is committed to fostering a positive employee experience and building strong interdepartmental relationships.
• Possesses ownership mentality, curiosity, and a focus on continuous process improvement.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work onsite at our East Malvern primary office within a collaborative hybrid team environment.
• Competitive salary package with comprehensive learning and development initiatives.
• Wellbeing programs and generous leave policies including 16 weeks parental leave for primary carers.
• Employee discounts on products and a vibrant company culture.
• Chance to contribute to market-leading brands in a meaningful way.

Diversity & Inclusion

Kao Corporation is committed to fostering a diverse workplace with equal opportunities for all. We embrace talents from various backgrounds and experiences and invite you to join our global journey.