Payroll Specialist

• Managing and administering all payroll aspects related to complex employee transitions and lifecycle changes, with a primary focus on end-to-end termination processing
• Applying expert knowledge to accurately calculate complex final entitlements and settlement figures, ensuring strict associated regulatory and tax compliance
• Processing regular salary increments and maintaining the integrity of employee master data
• Executing tax changes and coding in alignment with ATO and STP Phase 2 requirements
• Performing core payroll functions and reconciliations to support the team during a high-activity project phase

• Proven experience in a Payroll Officer, Senior Payroll Officer or SME capacity, ideally within a large-scale or complex organizational structure
• Technical proficiency in Ascender is highly preferred
• Demonstrated capability in managing complex terminations and manual adjustment calculations
• A proactive approach to Award interpretation and a solid understanding of current compliance frameworks
• The ability to hit the ground running and maintain 'zero tolerance' for data inaccuracies during a transitional period

Accounting / Finance qualification to be highly regarded

• Competitive Hourly Rate: An attractive rate of $50.00 - $60.00 per hour plus superannuation
• Project Exposure: Gain experience in an environment undergoing significant system testing and 2026 regulatory readiness projects
• Hybrid Flexibility: Opportunity to work within a supportive, professional team with modern payroll workflows