Payroll Specialist (Middle East & South Africa)

Job Description

About Goodyear: We’re dedicated to producing, innovating, and servicing the best tires in the world. For over 125 years, Goodyear has led the way in developing smart solutions that shape the future of mobility. Today, we’re one global team united by bold thinking, relentless drive, and a passion to exceed expectations. Why This Role Matters: As a Payroll Specialist (Middle East & South Africa) you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth execution of HR operational processes while maintaining a strong employee experience. You will be part of a regional HR operations setup supporting multiple countries, working closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers to deliver accurate, compliant, and timely HR services.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in HR Operations, Payroll, or related HR functional roles
• Hands-on experience working with outsourced payroll providers, including payroll validation and controls
• Familiarity with immigration processes, Freezone authorities, or similar regulatory environments
• Experience with HR systems such as Workday, SAP, or similar platforms

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end onboarding and pre-boarding processes, including visa coordination, documentation, equipment setup, and workspace readiness
• Manage immigration processes such as new employment visas, renewals, cancellations, and ongoing coordination with authorities and internal teams
• Coordinate outsourced payroll processes across multiple countries by providing accurate inputs, validating payroll outputs, and managing end-to-end payment execution
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, immigration regulations, and internal policies across all countries in scope
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Procurement, payroll providers, and other cross-functional stakeholders
• Support inpatriation management activities, including housing, mobility-related services, and vendor coordination
• Handle HR administration processes such as contracts, insurance renewals, system updates, and HR data management