Manager, Payroll and Administration - APAC

We are hiring a Payroll & Administration Manager to lead endtoend payroll operations across APAC and oversee HR administration in Workday. This role requires strong managerial experience and handson ADP and Workday expertise. You will partner with country payroll providers, ensure compliance, drive operational excellence, and support continuous improvement across processes and systems.

How youll make an impact

• Lead timely and accurate payroll processing across APAC, including wage calculations, statutory deductions, taxes, and reconciliations.
• Ensure payroll audits are completed and that submissions meet defined SLAs.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies; implement preventive controls and improve accuracy, efficiency, and colleague experience.
• Serve as the primary liaison with country payroll partners to resolve queries, align on timelines, and maintain service standards across the region.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support seamless payroll delivery.
• Own Workday administration for payrolllinked actions (new hire, rehire, exits, compensation changes, time and absence, delegations, change requests).
• Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and governance across all transactions.
• Maintain and safeguard payroll records in line with APAC regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Support audit activities and readiness initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and guide payroll team members.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, performance excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with People Service Center, People Technology, and Finance to streamline workflows and optimize Workday configurations.
• Support document generation, approvals, and specialist processes such as retiree payroll administration.

What we look for:

• 10+ years of operations experience and over 6 years of payroll experience with APAC multicountry exposure.
• Hands-on knowledge and experience working on ADP, along with a strong understanding of APAC payroll regulatory requirements
• Hands-on Workday experience across key HR functions, including hire, exit, time, absence, compensation, and payroll-related actions.
• Proven experience collaborating with external payroll vendors and country partners.
• Strong analytical, problemsolving, and organizational skills, with a track record of improving processes and delivering operational excellence.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to lead, coach, and influence in a global, matrixed environment.