WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a Payroll Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end implementation of the new payroll and award interpretation systems, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency while training and coordinating stakeholders, managing risks, and delivering a seamless transition.
Project Management, Planning and Execution
Responsible for managing all phases of the project including defining objectives, setting timelines, and allocating resources
Involved in regularly conducting risk management, compliance checks, and budget review
Oversee and steer the system configuration, testing and data migration process
Provide leadership and monitor project progress whilst communicating this to relevant stakeholders
Compliance
Oversee interpretation of the Enterprise and Collective Agreements as well as relevant Awards and clauses ensuring they are properly captured and paid correctly
Make it a priority to stay informed about tax laws, wage regulations, and labour policies that affect payroll compliance
Confirm the detailed system solution and set up the system infrastructure to ensure payroll calculations is error-free alongside vendor
Efficient Resource Allocation
Oversee the payroll project budget efficiently, optimizing resources and reducing unnecessary expenses
Align and manage team roles and responsibilities across HR, Finance, IT, and external consultants to ensure seamless collaboration
Develop and maintain achievable timelines for configuration, testing, data migration, and go-live, to ensure a smooth and efficient implementation
Risk Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure accuracy, security, compliance, and operational efficiency
Oversee troubleshooting during the payroll system rollout for smooth implementation
Ensure adherence to procedures, security measures, and legal requirements throughout the project lifecycle
Develop and implement training for the new payroll and award interpretation system, ensuring all stakeholders including Payroll, Area and Retail sales leadership teams understand how to navigate, use and manage the system effectively to adhere to strong compliance
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As part of the project team, you will report to Payroll Responsible, collaborating with the Payroll Coordinators, Global BT, Country HR Manager, and the Finance team. You will also engage with external stakeholders regularly to ensure compliance, efficiency, and a successful role out.
WHO YOU ARE
We are looking for people who are…
Skilled in overseeing payroll operations with precision, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing
Knowledgeable about tax laws, wage regulations, and labour policies to ensure compliance and accurate payments
Able to lead cross-functional teams and drive collaboration
Proactive problem-solvers with a results-oriented mindset
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong leadership and communication skills
We are looking for people with…
At least 3 years in payroll, payroll management or HR solutions
A strong focus and understanding of software implementation will be highly regarded
Strong understanding of end to payroll processes across AU and NZ, enterprise and collective agreement and award interpretation and translation to payroll compliance
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
WHO WE ARE
H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.
We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe.
We offer flexible working arrangements with the option to WFH 2 days a week. Subject to business needs
You will receive 25% off H&M Group brands; H&M, COS, Monki, Weekdays, Arket, & Other Stories
We are an inclusive company where you are encouraged to be yourself at work
JOIN US
Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.
Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.
*We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.
