Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

• Oversee and administer end-to-end payroll processing for assigned countries, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll enquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• In this position, you’ll ensure payroll operations adhere to local legislative requirements and company policies, proactively identifying and escalating any risks, compliance concerns, or process issues and supporting their resolution.
• Execute and drive build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Reward, Global Mobility teams, and external payroll vendors, to ensure seamless payroll operations.
• Also, you will support the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures, while identifying opportunities to simplify, standardise, and automate payroll processes.
• Additionally, you will contribute to payroll enhancement initiatives, system upgrades, and the implementation of new technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and overall service delivery.

Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

• Previous in-house payroll expertise (1 – 5 years’ experience) in a similar role within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• US or Canada payroll background is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience explaining complex information clearly and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Ability to embrace a learning mindset and develop new skills in process automation, data analysis, and technology.
• Ability to analyse processes and finding opportunities for improvement.
• A collaborative approach, ability to take initiative and motivated to deliver results.

What Macquarie Offers

• Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
• Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
• Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
• Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus