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The Opportunity
The primary responsibility of the Global Payroll Audit & Compliance Lead is to ensure CSL is meeting its obligations to pay employees correctly as per Collective Bargaining Agreements/Union/Works Council agreements, legislative and regulatory requirements, globally. Act as single point of contact for Compliance & Audit across the global payroll team. Document and govern the Compliance & Audit requirements for all payroll projects, provide subject matter expertise as required. This role will work under the direction of the Head of Payroll Compliance & Process Improvement lead, to ensure Financial reporting, audit and compliance needs for CSL are achieved.
The Role
* Ensure CSL is compliant in its obligations under regulatory, EBA, Union, Works Council and employment legislation as they relate to payroll. Validate that payroll systems are set up correctly to support requirements and establish regular quality assurance and audit procedures to validate compliance. Work with Regional Heads of Payroll to implement appropriate payroll process controls, including sample testing and quality checks.
* Identify process gaps, process redundancies, and propose enhancements in relation to compliance and audit work with the Payroll & TLM Process Leads to implement in consultation with stakeholders. Ensure process maps and documentation are updated appropriately.
* Manage the annual Audit calendar for Global Payroll, ensuring Heads of Regional Payroll are aware of upcoming audit requirements. Implement improvements in audit reporting and processes under the direction of the Head of Payroll Compliance & Process Improvement.
* Support regional payroll teams during internal / external audits. Track resolution of any remediations identified through audits.
* Provide SME input to any payroll projects in relation to Compliance & Audit, documenting requirements and working closely with Payroll/TLM providers on system design and testing. Ensure process documentation is updated and any training needs met.
* Deliver regular Compliance & Audit reporting metrics. Identify trends/issues and put in place improvements to address these (through training, awareness, process or system improvements). Work with Heads of Regional Payroll to ensure delivery of local compliance reporting, such as Payroll Tax, Share plans, third party deductions, and garnishment requirements.
* Provide support to regional payroll teams on:
o Collaboration on “Best Practice” for Payroll governance and control
o End to end review perspective on payroll cycle including year-end activities
o Guidance on data governance
o Guidance on financial reconciliations and control accounts
o Processing or approving payrolls when required
Education Requirements
* Bachelors in HR/Accounting degree or Diploma in payroll is preferred.
* Six Sigma or Lean certification a plus.
Experience Requirements
* 5-10 years of experience in Payroll.
* Proven experience in implementing process improvements.
* Exposure to global payrolls and processing end-to-end payroll for more than 1500 employees.
* Must have exposure to Collective Bargaining Agreements/Union/Work Council agreements, taxation and compliance.
* Experience of working with Finance on audits, reconciliations and reporting.
Our Benefits
CSL Seqirus is committed to attracting and retaining world‑class employees who are valued for their contributions to achieving business objectives. Learn more about some of the benefits you can participate in when you join CSL Seqirus.
About CSL Seqirus
CSL Seqirus is part of CSL. As one of the largest influenza vaccine providers in the world, CSL Seqirus is a major contributor to the prevention of influenza globally and a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness. With state‑of‑the‑art production facilities in the U.S., the U.K. and Australia, CSL Seqirus utilizes egg, cell and adjuvant technologies to offer a broad portfolio of differentiated influenza vaccines in more than 20 countries around the world.
We want Seqirus to reflect the world around us. At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future. Learn more about Inclusion and Belonging.
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Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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