Senior Payroll Officer

• Manage and execute accurate end-to-end payroll processing for a diverse workforce of up to 3,000 headcount across five states
• Administer two distinct payroll runs ensuring timing and compliance benchmarks are met
• Partner closely with P&C to ensure seamless alignment between on-boarding data and industrial instrument interpretation
• Act as a technical lead and mentor to a Payroll Officer, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement
• Apply expert knowledge to accurately calculate complex final entitlements and settlement figures, ensuring strict associated regulatory and tax compliance
• Play a critical role in an upcoming HRIS migration scheduled within the next two years, assisting with data integrity and process mapping

• Minimum of 3+ years in a similar Senior Payroll position within a high-volume, multi-state environment
• A strong background in tier-one payroll systems and the ability to adapt to new technology is essential
• A deep understanding of Australian payroll legislation, including Payroll Tax, Superannuation Guarantee requirements, and Fair Work compliance
• A proactive, resilient professional who thrives in a 'flux' environment and is motivated by the prospect of improving payroll health
• The ability to step up into higher-level duties and act as a primary point of contact for payroll queries and audits

Accounting / Finance Qualification to be highly regarded

• A competitive salary, upwards of $105,000 + Superannuation (commensurate with experience)
• A genuine opportunity to transition from a Fixed-Term Contract to a Permanent role within a growing enterprise
• Direct involvement in major projects and functional evolution/improvement
• Join a supportive, three-person payroll team where your expertise is valued