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Raise a Glass to Payroll!

ahead as they work to narrow down an exceptional group of nominees , highlighting the strength and ambition across the profession worldwide. Payroll is, by nature, multi-faceted, with a wide range of challenges that demand technical expertise, precision tools and practical insight. Each month in 04:05 , our expert contributors share their perspectives to help make sense of it all. In this issue, Anton van Heerden explores How Global Hiring is Reshaping Payroll , Eric Liaw examines Australia’s shift to Payday Super , and Jacinta Goldstone-Henry illustrates the nuances payroll professionals encounter in One Shift, Three Versions of Reality . By creating opportunities, sharing knowledge, and championing payroll as a dynamic career, we can ensure that the profession continues to thrive. We look forward to celebrating with many of you in Barcelona on 4th June!

T he daily demands and breadth of life as a global payroll professional seem to escalate with each new innovation and complexity, meaning that attracting and inspiring the next generation of talent has never been more important. Fresh perspectives and a growing appreciation for payroll’s strategic impact are already helping redefine what the profession looks like and where it can go. The scale of the industry is reflected in the upcoming Global Payroll Awards 2026 in Barcelona. The awards celebrate excellence across our global community, and it is particularly encouraging to watch categories such as Payroll Student of the Year recognising those at the very start of their careers. Submissions have now closed, and our judges have a challenging task

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ISSUE 23 GLOBAL PAYROLL MAGAZINE

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