GBS SME, International Payroll (Australia Payroll)

About the Role:

CrowdStrike is looking for SME - International Payroll (Australia) as our payroll team is expanding. This position is designed for a strong team contributor, analytically strong, numbers driven, detail-oriented Payroll leader to support our International Payroll team in our SSC-Pune, India.

What You'll Do:

Payroll Management

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of end-to-end payroll in compliance with Australian laws and regulations
• Experience handling ATO issues and ESS filing with year-end exposure.
• Own and Consolidate information required to perform payroll calculation.
• Own and Reconcile calculations with payroll allocations to ensure accuracy.
• Own and Deliver reports in the requested formats.
• Own and Activate payments in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Own and Update records to ensure accuracy and completion of payroll processing.
• Manage Superannuation contributions in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee (SG) legislation
• Manage and ensure accurate processing of PAYG withholding and timely remittance to the ATO
• Process and reconcile off-cycle payroll runs as required

Project Management

• Actively participate and support ADP Celergo/Global view, in all phases of project implementation
• Support in requirement gathering as per project requirement.
• Coordinating data collection activities with the local project team to support the implementation strategy and scheduling.
• Assisting with the design of implementation and timelines considering local regulatory requirements, and internal/external project resources to support that the project plans are appropriately staged.
• Partnering with project resources to assist with test plans, reporting requirements, vendor integrations, ESS/MSS portals, contingency plans, cut over activities, and defect tracking resolution; communicate results and action plans to stakeholders.
• Assist in development of change management plans where appropriate and in liaison with "buy-in" of key stakeholders.

Governance & Compliance

• Identify legislation, policies, procedures, guidelines relevant to day-to-day operations as outlined by corporate governance policies.
• Facilitate the development of operational plans to monitor and internalize corporate governance within the organizational culture.
• Interpret and evaluate suitable ethical codes of practice to apply in day-to-day conduct.
• Interpret corporate governance policies for execution to ensure compliance on roles, corporate brand image, accountabilities, and responsibilities of employees.
• Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation including Fair Work Act, Payroll Tax legislation (state and territory based), Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), Employee Share Scheme (ESS) reporting obligations, Income Statement finalization via STP
• Ensure accurate calculation and processing of all leave types in accordance with the Fair Work Act and NES

Operational / Process Excellence

• Interpret customer satisfaction data and information according to defined performance metrics.
• Research on Industry best practices and emerging trends on business relevant processes
• Conduct RCA for incidents and escalations reported internally.

Quality Management

• Collect and analyze relevant data on current process/tool capabilities to identify futuristic quality lapses and suggest possible areas for improvement.
• Support communications and implementation of changes to business processes in line with objectives of quality management infrastructure
• Maintain and update quality management infrastructure.
• Suggest changes in processes through a thorough RCA.

Vendor Management

• Maintain working-level communications and feedback to vendor and/or service providers.
• Conduct quality, risk and security checks or tests to assess viability of potential vendors.
• Reporting and governance from system

Stakeholder Management

• Conduct stakeholder mapping to identify facets and nature of relationships with and between stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholders' expectations and needs, based on the organization's position and resources.
• Articulate each stakeholder's role and responsibilities.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's Degree and or equivalent degree
• Minimum 6- 9 years of experience with APAC & EMEA with a high-growth, fast paced environment
• Strong understanding of payroll systems, payroll statutory, earnings and deduction codes, GL mapping.
• Knowledge of ESPP, STOCK, RSU is a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple country payrolls and be proactive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to effectively communicate and provide a high level of service to internal and external customers, including all levels within the company.
• Strong understanding of PAYG withholding, FBT reporting and ATO reporting obligations
• Individuals must be organized, analytical, and detail oriented.
• Experience with the following systems is preferred: Workday, ADP Global View, NetSuite, SQL/SAP based payroll system.

Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
• Paid parental and adoption leaves
• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe