Payroll Manager

• Oversee and manage the full payroll function to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation and industrial instruments.
• Ensure timely payment of wages, including final payments for resignations and terminations.
• Handle complex calculations such as redundancy and termination payments.
• Review and address issues identified post-pay run.

• Ensure payroll complies with legislative, award, and agreement requirements.
• Manage statutory payments such as superannuation, payroll tax, and other deductions.
• Prepare and deliver monthly payroll reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with internal and external payroll audits.
• Ensure compliance with workers' compensation payroll processes.

• Maintain payroll and timesheet systems, including upgrades, troubleshooting, and data integrity.
• Implement process improvements or system enhancements to improve efficiency.
• Audit payroll records and ensure employee data is kept accurate and up to date.

• Provide guidance and training to managers, timesheet approvers, and employees on payroll-related matters.
• Partner with HR for new hires, terminations, and changes to employee details.
• Coordinate with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Respond to payroll-related queries and resolve issues promptly.

• Keep up to date with payroll legislation, awards, agreements, and system updates to ensure compliance.

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or similar (or working towards).
• Experience in high-volume payroll environments.
• Previous payroll team experience, ideally with leadership responsibilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities calmly.
• Adaptable to a changing work environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills across teams.
• Open to trying new approaches and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback.

• Completion of a National Police Check or equivalent (as required by employer).

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