Payroll Implementation Assistant Manager at SD Guthrie International

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Project Coordination, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Data Management, Reporting, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Integration Knowledge, Attention to Detail, Data Accuracy, System Integrity, PMP Certification, CAPM Certification

Industry

Farming

Description

We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally. If you think this opportunity is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Job Description: Country Implementation Support Act as the main contact between business OUHRs, Payroll Vendor, local payroll team and coordinate local project activities including requirement gathering, review of data collected for vendor’s system setup, UAT, Parallel testing, go-live month and stabilization period. Ensure OUHR and Vendor Payroll Local team deliverables, and timelines are being met. Coordinate the first level of issues are being resolved and when it is escalated to ensure that it reported to the Global Payroll Project Manager to managed it on the central level. Project Execution Drive the execution of implementation phases on the Local level: Discovery, Configuration, Testing (UAT, Parallel Run), and Go-Live. Monitor progress of each country’s implementation and escalate risks or delays to the Global Payroll Project Manager which will be highlight to the central stakeholders and leadership. Support the vendor and OUHR in data validation, system configuration, and payroll output review such as joining calls to bridge the vendor and the OUHR. Stakeholder Engagement Facilitate communication between central and local stakeholders, including vendors, OUHR, IT, Finance team (for SAP S4/HANA), Workday support and integration team. Conduct regular check-ins with OUHR to track readiness and resolve issues. Support change management and training efforts for local users for those that requires to use vendor system in approval payroll submission upon going-live. Quality Assurance Ensure completeness and accuracy of requirement documentation, test cases, and sign-off forms. Review and validate payroll outputs, reports, and pay slips during parallel runs. Coordinate Go/No-Go decisions with OUHR, Vendors and central stakeholders. Governance and Reporting Maintain project logs, risk registers, and implementation trackers together with the vendor on the assigned business units. Provide regular updates to the Global Payroll Project Manager on country-level progress and issues in the weekly call. Ensure compliance with project governance, documentation standards, and sign-off process is adhered. Involve in the preparation of documentation in the event of internal audit. Job Requirements: Demonstrated experience of 5 years + of experience in payroll project coordination, with global exposure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business requirements into payroll and HR Services for both internal users and Vendor. Proficiency in data management and reporting especially payroll reports reading. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Understand Integration context with 3rd party payroll vendor, Workday and SAP S4/HAHA will be good to have. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data accuracy and system integrity. Relevant certifications in PMP/CAPM are a plus. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role. SD Guthrie International (SDGI) produces edible oils, palm oil-based biodiesel, nutraceuticals and other palm oil derivatives for the global market. Driven by a philosophy of “Realising possibilities, together”, SDGI collaborates closely with customers to develop bespoke solutions, including superior refined oils and fats that are tailor-made to their needs. SDGI owns and manages 11 refineries with a total capacity of 4 million metric ton (MT) per year and a total bulking installation capacity of 284,900 MT; four kernel crushing plants with a total annual capacity of 465,000 MT; one biodiesel plant with a production capacity of 120,000 MT per annum; one soya crushing plant with a production capacity of 132,000 MT per annum; as well as two copra mills in Papua New Guinea with a combined production capacity of 42,000 MT. At SDGI, we are committed to partnerships focused on your success, exploring every possibility to deliver the right solutions and identify new opportunities. We are dedicated to a future where we achieve the best results together. With a global footprint and extensive network, SDGI offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for dynamic and vibrant young talents. Join us on an exciting journey to create quality products and ensure sustainable living for consumers.

Responsibilities

The Payroll Implementation Assistant Manager acts as the main contact between various stakeholders to coordinate local project activities related to payroll implementation. They drive the execution of implementation phases, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with project governance.