JOB DESCRIPTION

ESF is currently in the process of an exciting digital transformation that will lead the organisation into a new digital era. At the heart of this transformation is a pivotal role in leading payroll. This is not a static payroll position. This next-generation payroll manager will lead payroll into a new digital environment and partner with the HRIS project team to implement the payroll components of a new Tier One HR information system such as Oracle, SAP, Workday (or similar).

Key Responsibilities

• Learn, understand and complete the payroll handover from one system to another for GoLive in the coming 12 - 24 months
• Play a key role in leading and monitoring pre-parallel run, parallel-run, UAT testing and reconciliation
• Ensure accurate records for all staff are kept in the system and reconciled with the contracts issued by ESF for payroll processing
• Arrange and process all payroll-related payments/deductions
• Answer queries on salary and contract-related matters, MPF contribution and taxation
• Review salary journals
• Review reports and reconcile contributions for all MPF and ORSO contributions
• Ensure all payments are under the correct budgets, with appropriate approval
• Trains, supervises and assigns subordinates with various payroll duties in order to meet the deadlines
• Work with the Data Integrity Team to ensure ongoing accuracy and compliance with payroll matters
• This position reports to the Director of Human Resources (Head of HR)

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting or Human Resources Management, member of a recognised Accounting / Human Resources body
• More than 8 years of payroll administration experience including team management in a sizable organization
• Familiar with tier-one HRIS vendors such as Oracle, SAP (or similar) operating in on-site and cloud mode
• Experience with digital transformation projects including configuration, system implementation, UAT and parallel runs that successfully reached steady state
• Experience with identifying and implementing system enhancements after reaching a steady state
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint and Google worksheets
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, Hong Kong employment law (and related regulations) and daily average wages (DAW)
• Works well under pressure in a friendly, collegial team-oriented environment! 

Applicants must be permanent Hong Kong residents or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to put a human resources Olympic medal accomplishment on your career path with a great organisation.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

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