Payroll Manager

About us:

Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely. We’re committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.

Since 2013, we’ve helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto. We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way. All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk and technical security standards.

Transparency is key for us. Luno stores all crypto on a 1:1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure. We’re available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely.

About the team:

The People Operations Team forms part of the greater Global People Team within Luno. We are a lean, dynamic and impactful team always striving to set the standard within our fields of responsibility and expertise. Energised when faced with challenges we ensure solutions are brainstormed collaboratively and delivered within deadlines always having the people experience top of mind. We are humble but proud of who we are and celebrate all success, big or small! We are Team Phoenix! You will report to the Head of People Operations.

The role in a nutshell:

We are looking for an experienced and professional Payroll Manager who will be responsible for the full payroll cycle, payroll procedures and payments for all regional entities at Luno. You will be part of an amazing People Operations team.

Your mission will be:

• Take full responsibility and partner with the Finance team to distribute salary payments for employees in all regions in accordance with the payroll calendar.

• Keeping 3rd Party Payroll Providers accountable for Regional Payroll updates and accurate payroll cycles according to agreed service levels.

• Annual review of Third Party Service Level Agreements

• Ensure all Statutory Bodies are compliant, ie, SARS, COIDA, HMRC, LHDM, PIT, etc.

• Ensure that Payroll Policies and Standard Operating Procedures are regularly reviewed and updated with real time changes.

• Ensure our in-house payroll procedures and outputs are ‘audit ready’ as well as updated, maintained and followed.

• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and tax obligations in all regions in which Luno operates.

• Manage and maintain the payroll systems and governance and ensure salary payments, expenses, taxes and benefits are paid correctly and on time.

• Main point of contact for Payroll queries

A little about you:

• A proven track record of managing a highly effective Payroll function and a working knowledge of the statutory requirements affecting salaries on a Global scale

• Previous Payroll exposure within the UK and/or South East Asian markets will be advantageous.

• Have managed a payroll headcount of 500+ across various locations.

• Experience in managing EOR (Employer on Record) Payroll Providers

• 7 + years specialised payroll experience.

• 5 + years of PaySpace experience.

• 3 + years Project Management experience

• A tertiary qualification in Finance/Accountancy/Payroll will be an advantage

• Solid financial acumen and knowledge of payroll/ accounting software

• Ability to interpret and to reconcile complex financial data.

• Demonstrable knowledge of current legislation with regards to pay conditions and the tax treatment of fringe benefits globally.

• Demonstrable knowledge of working with 3rd party benefit and payroll providers globally.

• Ability to prioritise workloads effectively, balancing conflicting deadlines and achieving results and deliverables within fixed timescales.

• Highly numerate with excellent analytical skills with attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex payroll matters to various internal and external stakeholders.

• Have taken full ownership of the Payroll function on a global scale.

• People first approach

Life at Luno:

• Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office.

• Plus the option to buy and sell up to 5 days leave

• Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance

• Access to Learnably and our additional learning platforms for your personal and professional development

• 6 months primary care-giver leave

• Paw-ternity leave for your furry friend

• Annual Inspiration Day in addition to your annual leave which increases based on your length of service!

• A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events and virtual cooking, dancing, drawing and house planting classes hosted by our Lunauts

• Free lunch and snacks

• 0 fees up to a certain amount with Luno from the day you start.*

*Offer only available on Luno Instant Buy, not Luno Exchange.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.