Senior Payroll Specialist
Job Summary
Title:
Senior Payroll SpecialistAt KBR We do things that matter.
We deliver science technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology value-added services and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR We Deliver.
KBR in Australia
With over 65 years working on some of Australias largest and most complex projects KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nations critical infrastructure energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2000 employees throughout Australia who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer more secure and sustainable future.
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Belong Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
The Opportunity:
Join KBR as a Senior Payroll Officer and take ownership of a payroll function within a complex fast-paced this role youll oversee a dedicated team while driving accuracy compliance and efficiency across end-to-end payroll operations. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity where you can influence continuous improvement partner with key functions and make a meaningful impact on payroll excellence.
This is a 12-month fixed term opportunity and can be based in either Melbourne Canberra Sydney or Brisbane.
Responsibilities:
- Support mentor and develop the payroll team ensuring high performance growth and strong customer service delivery.
- Oversee accurate and timely delivery of all payroll cycles including complex calculations (terminations redundancies adjustments superannuation).
- Maintain strong governance audit readiness and compliance with legislation awards and internal controls.
- Act as the SME for Workday SAP and Microsoft Dynamics leading system enhancements integrations and testing.
- Drive continuous improvement automation and standardisation of payroll processes.
- Build strong relationships with People & Culture Finance Tax and external vendors.
- Provide expert payroll advice and communicate the impact of legislative or system changes across the business.
- Lead payrollrelated projects system implementations and organisational change initiatives.
- Develop payroll reporting insights and metrics to support strategic decisionmaking.
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
- Strong experience in a payroll leadership or senior specialist position.
- Relevant qualifications in Payroll HR Finance or Business.
- Demonstrated expertise in Workday SAP and Microsoft Dynamics payroll environments.
- Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation taxation superannuation and compliance frameworks.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to lead teams manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes under pressure.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a commercial mindset.
- Demonstrated project management capability including planning execution and change management.
- High level of integrity discretion and commitment to confidentiality.
What we will offer you:
- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
- Flexible working
- Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
- Paid parental leave
- Income protection
- Corporate rewards
- Salary packaging/Novated leasing
- Employee stock purchase plans
- Flu shots skin checks and discounted private health insurance
- Career development: Online learning mentorship and career pathways
If youre ready to shape tomorrow lets get started. Apply Now!
Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.
Required Experience:
Senior IC