Payroll Specialist

About DT Global Asia Pacific

At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.

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The Role

The Payroll Specialist supports the accurate, compliant and timely delivery of Australian and New Zealand payrolls from the Manila office. Working closely with the Payroll Manager and key stakeholders, the role is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, reconciliations, statutory reporting, employee support and continuous improvement across fortnightly and monthly payroll cycles for approximately 450 employees.

Roles and Responsibilities

Payroll Processing  

• Support end-to-end processing of fortnightly and monthly Australian and New Zealand payrolls, ensuring transactions are complete, accurate and processed in line with approved schedules and controls.  
• Maintain employee payroll records, including new starters, employee changes, banking and tax details, deductions, allowances, leave and payroll codes, and terminations.  
• Collate, validate and process approved payroll inputs, including payroll notification forms, timesheets, leave, allowances, deductions, adjustments and off-cycle payments.  
• Calculate and process termination payments and other complex payroll transactions, escalating unusual or high-risk matters to the Payroll Manager.  
• Perform pre-payroll and post-payroll data integrity checks and investigate variances before payroll finalisation.  

Compliance and Statutory Obligations  

• Support compliance with applicable Australian payroll obligations, including PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll reporting, superannuation, payroll tax and year-end finalisation.  
• Support compliance with applicable New Zealand payroll obligations, including PAYE, KiwiSaver, payday filing, leave-related payroll requirements and other statutory deductions.  
• Monitor payroll-related legislative and process changes and assist with implementing approved updates to systems, procedures and employee communications.  
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation to meet audit, statutory and organisational requirements.  

Reconciliations, Reporting and Controls  

• Complete payroll reconciliations, including payroll journals, bank file, statutory deduction, superannuation or KiwiSaver, leave and year-end reconciliations.  
• Prepare movement reports, end-of-month reporting, statutory reports and other payroll analysis as required.  
• Identify payroll risks, control gaps and unusual results, and work with the Payroll Manager to resolve issues promptly.  
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate records, explanations and evidence within required timeframes.  

Employee and Stakeholder Support  

• Respond to payroll enquiries professionally, accurately and within agreed service timeframes, while maintaining confidentiality and appropriate escalation.  
• Build effective working relationships with employees, People and Culture, Finance, program teams, payroll providers and other internal and external stakeholders.  
• Communicate payroll requirements, deadlines and outcomes clearly to stakeholders  

Systems and Continuous Improvement  

• Use Aurion, ADP, Excel and other payroll or HR systems to process, validate and report payroll information.  
• Maintain process documentation, checklists and work instructions, and contribute to cross-training and business continuity.  
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll accuracy, efficiency, controls and employee experience, and assist with approved payroll projects and system changes.  
• Undertake other payroll-related duties and project tasks reasonably required to support team and organisational priorities.  

HSE Responsibilities  

• Take responsibility for ensuring departmental activities comply with WHS and environmental requirements by following and supporting DT Global’s HSE Management System, legislative obligations, policies and procedures; promoting safe work practices; seeking assistance where needed; and promptly reporting hazards, incidents, injuries and unsafe conditions.  

Quality Assurance  

• Comply with the DT Global Asia Pacific Quality Management System and provide feedback or recommendations where processes or controls may require improvement 

Authority Level  

• As set out in the QF1-1 Level of Authority Schedule.  

About You

Essential Experience and Knowledge  

• At least five years of end-to-end payroll experience in a complex or multi-entity environment.  
• Demonstrated experience processing Australian payroll and applying relevant payroll obligations, including PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll, superannuation, payroll tax, workers compensation and leave.  
• Experience processing New Zealand payroll or strong working knowledge of PAYE, KiwiSaver, payday filing and leave-related payroll requirements.  
• Strong payroll reconciliation, data validation and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail.  
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyse and reconcile large data sets using formulas, lookups, pivot tables and other validation techniques.  
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing deadlines across fortnightly and monthly payroll cycles while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.  
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide practical payroll support to stakeholders across different locations and time zones.  
• Sound judgement, a strong control mindset and the ability to escalate payroll risks or exceptions appropriately.  

Desirable  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, human resources or a related discipline.  
• Hands-on experience using Aurion or a comparable enterprise payroll system.  
• Experience working in a shared-services, regional or international payroll environment.  
• Experience supporting payroll audits, system implementations, process improvements or payroll transitions.  

Why join DT Global?

At DT Global, we are committed to the ongoing professional and personal development of all our people, helping them grow and reach their full potential. Harnessing their talent, maximising their contribution, and rewarding performance are all integral to our success.

We welcome your interest in joining the DT Global Asia Pacific team.

HOW TO APPLY
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1) Your CV
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE 4th November 2026 Wednesday, 11:59PM Manila Time
  
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

People with lived experience of the regions in which DT Global operates are strongly encouraged to apply.  DT Global welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression, and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC), and people with disabilities.

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