GBS SME, International Payroll (Australia Payroll)

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

CrowdStrike is looking for SME - International Payroll (Australia) as our payroll team is expanding. This position is designed for a strong team contributor, analytically strong, numbers driven, detail-oriented Payroll leader to support our International Payroll team in our SSC-Pune, India.

What You’ll Do:

Payroll Management

Ensure accurate and timely processing of end-to-end payroll in compliance with Australian laws and regulations

Experience handling ATO issues and ESS filing with year-end exposure.

Own and Consolidate information required to perform payroll calculation.

Own and Reconcile calculations with payroll allocations to ensure accuracy.

Own and Deliver reports in the requested formats.

Own and Activate payments in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

Own and Update records to ensure accuracy and completion of payroll processing.

Manage Superannuation contributions in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee (SG) legislation

Manage and ensure accurate processing of PAYG withholding and timely remittance to the ATO

Process and reconcile off-cycle payroll runs as required

Project Management

Actively participate and support ADP Celergo/Global view, in all phases of project implementation

Support in requirement gathering as per project requirement.

Coordinating data collection activities with the local project team to support the implementation strategy and scheduling.

Assisting with the design of implementation and timelines considering local regulatory requirements, and internal/external project resources to support that the project plans are appropriately staged.

Partnering with project resources to assist with test plans, reporting requirements, vendor integrations, ESS/MSS portals, contingency plans, cut over activities, and defect tracking resolution; communicate results and action plans to stakeholders.

Assist in development of change management plans where appropriate and in liaison with "buy-in" of key stakeholders.

Governance & Compliance

Identify legislation, policies, procedures, guidelines relevant to day-to-day operations as outlined by corporate governance policies.

Facilitate the development of operational plans to monitor and internalize corporate governance within the organizational culture.

Interpret and evaluate suitable ethical codes of practice to apply in day-to-day conduct.

Interpret corporate governance policies for execution to ensure compliance on roles, corporate brand image, accountabilities, and responsibilities of employees.

Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation including Fair Work Act, Payroll Tax legislation (state and territory based), Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), Employee Share Scheme (ESS) reporting obligations, Income Statement finalization via STP

Ensure accurate calculation and processing of all leave types in accordance with the Fair Work Act and NES

Operational / Process Excellence

Interpret customer satisfaction data and information according to defined performance metrics.

Research on Industry best practices and emerging trends on business relevant processes

Conduct RCA for incidents and escalations reported internally.

Quality Management

Collect and analyze relevant data on current process/tool capabilities to identify futuristic quality lapses and suggest possible areas for improvement.

Support communications and implementation of changes to business processes in line with objectives of quality management infrastructure

Maintain and update quality management infrastructure.

Suggest changes in processes through a thorough RCA.

Vendor Management

Maintain working-level communications and feedback to vendor and/or service providers.

Conduct quality, risk and security checks or tests to assess viability of potential vendors.

Reporting and governance from system

Stakeholder Management

Conduct stakeholder mapping to identify facets and nature of relationships with and between stakeholders.

Manage stakeholders' expectations and needs, based on the organization's position and resources.

Articulate each stakeholder's role and responsibilities.

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s Degree and or equivalent degree

Minimum 6- 9 years of experience with APAC & EMEA with a high-growth, fast paced environment

Strong understanding of payroll systems, payroll statutory, earnings and deduction codes, GL mapping.

Knowledge of ESPP, STOCK, RSU is a plus.

Ability to handle multiple country payrolls and be proactive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Ability to effectively communicate and provide a high level of service to internal and external customers, including all levels within the company.

Strong understanding of PAYG withholding, FBT reporting and ATO reporting obligations

Individuals must be organized, analytical, and detail oriented.

Experience with the following systems is preferred: Workday, ADP Global View ,NetSuite, SQL/SAP based payroll system.

Shift Time: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM IST

Location: Kharadi, Pune (Work from Office)

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• •Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• •Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
• •Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
• •Paid parental and adoption leaves
• •Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
• •Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
• •Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
• •Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

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