Payroll Manager

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Sedgman Limited Full time

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  • Leading and developing a team of 6 professionals.
  • Multifaceted, highvolume, international payroll processing.
  • Hybrid role offices based in vibrant South Bank.
  • Sedgman is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Payroll Manager to lead a small team in providing payroll solutions across our worldwide operations._


Reporting to the CFO, who has been an integral part of our business for over six years, you will feel supported from day one with a go-to person for knowledge and assistance.


Navigating complex agreements seamlessly, our expertise extends across multiple companies, with a global reach spanning Australia, Canada, the US, and China.


Leading a team of six, you will oversee the payroll function, guaranteeing timely and accurate completion of payroll runs for Sedgman and its subsidiaries, while actively upskilling and supporting the team daily.


We are a dynamic and evolving business currently undergoing a systems upgrade that will shape this role, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to our growth and transformation.

We value independence, trust, and flexibility, allowing you to make this role your own.

Primary Duties:

  • Manage a complex payroll for 1300 employees, ensuring timely and errorfree completion and approval in compliance with regulations for both Australian and international payrolls.
  • Supervise the calculation, remittance, and reconciliation of all payroll oncost payments (including superannuation, payroll tax, PAYG) and staff deductions, ensuring prompt and accurate completion.
  • Administer termination payments following industrial agreements and company policies.
  • Oversee the reconciliation processes to guarantee accurate data is posted to Finance.
  • Maintain training materials and procedural documentation for the payroll system, ensuring they are current and easily accessible.
  • Oversee the relationship and associated activities with our salary packaging provider, and respond to customer queries, adhering to SLA's.
  • Provide system assistance to users as required for timesheet entry, ESS (Employee Self-Service), and MSS (Manager Self-Service).
  • Drive efficiency through continuous process improvement initiatives.

Who are you?

  • At least 5 years of demonstrated payroll management experience.
  • An understanding of the mining industry and portable LSL would be advantageous.
  • Proven experience with complex industrial instruments, across multiple companies.
  • Demonstrated leadership and development skills, guiding and motivating team members to achieve common objectives.
  • Possesses a profound understanding of payroll principles and associated tax laws, particularly in Award and Enterprise Agreementbased payrolls.
  • Strong time management skills, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and within specified timeframes.
  • Forwardthinking mindset, contributing to strategic planning and decisionmaking.
  • Clear and articulate communication skills, ensuring a customerfocused approach.

Why Sedgman?

  • Become part of a Global industry leader with a worldwide presence.
  • Job security in a role that's essential to ongoing operations.
  • Approachable and teamfocused management style.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development with Sedgman
  • Join our AIA Vitality program rewards healthy choices with vouchers and discounts on various activities, shopping, and travel.

What Next?
Select "Apply" to submit your CV and be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

Sedgman is an equal-opportunity employer that supports workplace diversity and inclusivity.

Work Region

  • Australia

Working Country

  • Australia

Work Location

  • Australia
  • Brisbane Office

Employment Type

  • Full-Time


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