Payroll Project Manager
Chevron · Ayala, Makati City, Philippines ·
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Category
- Project management
- Experience
- 17+ years
- Company size
- 1000+
Total Number of Openings
1About Us
Chevron is a leading multinational energy company with operations in over 180 countries. Founded in 1879, Chevron has a rich history of innovation and growth, making significant contributions to the global energy landscape.
Chevron markets Caltex® fuels, lubricants and other petroleum products in the Philippines. Our network of service stations, terminals and sales offices forms the backbone of our presence in the Philippines.
Chevron supports its operations in the Philippines and worldwide through two subsidiaries: Chevron Philippines Incorporated (CPI), which manages downstream operations and markets Caltex brand fuels, lubricants and petroleum products, and Chevron Holdings Incorporated (CHI), a global business services organization. Established in 1998, CHI provides business support services in finance and accounting, information technology, supply chain management, human resources, customer service and marketing. It serves Chevron affiliates around the world and has grown to be one of the leading global business services organizations in the Philippines. The company has received various recognition as one of the country’s top employers and as a champion of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
At Chevron, we believe humanity can solve any challenge – including meeting the world’s energy needs of today, while advancing a cleaner energy tomorrow.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Project Manager. This role will be based in 6750 Building, Makati City, Philippines.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
We are looking for a Project Manager for Payroll to lead and deliver complex payroll initiatives across countries, systems, and vendors. This role is critical in ensuring payroll projects are executed on time, within scope, and with strong compliance, controls, and stakeholder alignment.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll domain knowledge, structured project management capability, and the confidence to lead cross functional teams through change, transitions, and continuous improvement.
Payroll & Functional Leadership
Lead end-to-end payroll projects across multiple locations, including implementations, optimizations, and transitions.
Partner with Payroll Operations, HR, Finance, Tax, Legal, and IT to ensure seamless upstream and downstream integration.
Identify risks, dependencies, and compliance requirements; drive timely resolution and mitigation.
Project Management (Skilled Level)
Lead complex, cross-functional payroll projects from initiation through stabilization.
Own project plans, schedules, budgets, RAID logs, and status reporting.
Manage interdependencies across systems (HRIS, Time & Attendance, Payroll, GL) and vendors.
Drive delivery of agreed outcomes, capture lessons learned, and embed improvements.
Change & Stakeholder Management
Design and execute change activities including communications, training coordination, and readiness tracking.
Build strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders; manage expectations and resolve conflicts.
Prepare clear materials and updates for senior stakeholders and steering committees.
Vendor & Transition Management
Lead vendor-related initiatives such as payroll provider transitions, RFP support, and SLA definition.
Manage vendors and consultants for outcomes, ensuring adherence to SLAs and delivery milestones.
Oversee data migration, parallel runs, and cutover activities to ensure payroll continuity.
Compliance, Controls & Governance
Ensure payroll projects align with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and audit standards.
Lead audit readiness activities related to project scope and track issues to closure.
Maintain strong documentation, SOP updates, and audit trails.
Continuous Improvement & Digital Enablement
Identify opportunities for process improvement, standardization, and automation.
Use data (defects, cycle time, SLAs) to drive prioritization and decision-making.
Support adoption of digital tools, integrations, and reporting solutions in payroll delivery.
About You
We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated and talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Required Skills & Experience
Payroll & Finance
Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries or entities.
Working knowledge of payroll accounting, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
Experience supporting compliance, audits, and statutory requirements.
Project & Change Management
Proven experience leading complex payroll or HR transformation projects.
Strong grasp of project lifecycle management, dependency management, and risk mitigation.
Hands-on experience delivering change management activities and driving adoption.
Vendor & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Experience managing payroll vendors, consultants, and third-party providers.
Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with HR, IT, Finance, Tax, and Legal teams.
Digital & Analytical Capability
Familiarity with HRIS, payroll systems, T&A, and GL integrations.
Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and propose practical, data-driven solutions.
Communication & Leadership
Clear, structured communicator with the ability to translate complexity into actionable insights.
Confident leading meetings, steering committees, and cross-functional forums.
Able to coach team members and contribute to capability building.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with multi-country payroll implementations or vendor transitions.
Exposure to shared services or global payroll operating models.
Project Management certification is an advantage.
Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way (https://www.chevron.com/about/the-chevron-way). At the heart of The Chevron Way is our vision to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnership, and performance.
Participate in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing workplace.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Allowances, medical and optical reimbursements
- Health care coverage for you and your eligible dependents
- Robust employee centered programs for health and wellness
- Time-off to promote healthy work-life balance or to care for your family
- Annual corporate incentive bonus when the company meets established goals
- Recognition & awards program
- Long-term savings plan
- Life insurance
- Career development opportunities to all employees through onboarding, training and development, mentoring, volunteering opportunities and employee networking groups
- Hybrid work model - work remotely from home several days a week
At Chevron, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion at all levels of our company and at all stages of the employee experience. We constantly strive to attract, develop and retain diverse Filipino talent. Globally, Chevron Corporation has achieved a rating of 100 percent in the Human Rights Campaign Equality Index for the past 17 years. The Index ranks American companies based on their commitment to equality in the workplace.
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