Job Description

Payroll Manager Fixed-Term Contract to March 2027

• Hybrid working
• $125000 - $130000 Super

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a large well-established organisation on a fixed-term contract through to March 2027 with the potential for extension.

This is a key leadership role where youll take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function for more than 600 employees while leading and developing a high-performing team of three payroll professionals. Youll play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy compliance and operational excellence while also contributing to a significant payroll transformation initiative.

What Youll Be Doing

• Lead the end-to-end payroll function across two fortnightly payroll cycles
• Manage mentor and support a team of three payroll professionals
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll including allowances leave back pay and payroll variations
• Oversee statutory compliance including payroll tax superannuation ATO and ABS reporting requirements
• Manage year-end payroll processes reconciliations and compliance reporting
• Act as the subject matter expert and escalation point for complex payroll queries
• Maintain payroll data integrity and support audit and reporting requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy
• Partner closely with HR Finance and key stakeholders to provide payroll insights and workforce reporting

About You

To be successful in this role youll bring:

• Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll within a large or complex organisation
• Demonstrated leadership experience with a passion for developing and supporting teams
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation taxation superannuation awards and enterprise agreements
• Experience working in high-volume and complex payroll environments
• Advanced Excel skills including formulas VLOOKUPs and data analysis
• Experience using payroll systems such as Preceda or Dayforce (highly regarded)
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Whats On Offer

• A leadership opportunity within a stable supportive and collaborative organisation
• Exposure to a major payroll system transformation project
• The chance to drive meaningful process improvements and influence payroll best practice
• A fixed-term contract through to March 2027 with potential for extension
• Hybrid working arrangements and flexibility
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact while working alongside experienced and engaged stakeholders

If youre a payroll leader looking for your next challenge and want to play a key role in a business undergoing exciting change wed love to hear from you.