Payroll Project Manager - 12 month contract

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.