Payroll Accountant

4 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Buscojobs Full time

About the Company

Our client is a leading organisation within the mining and resources sector, with operations spanning Australia and internationally. They are committed to driving sustainable change through innovation, strong governance, and supporting their people with professional development and career growth.

About the Role

This permanent full-time position is based at the South Brisbane Head Office, with flexibility to work from home one day per week. The role focuses on payroll finance and accounts, including reconciliations, compliance, reporting, and audit support.

You will work closely with finance and payroll teams to ensure outputs are accurate, compliant, and aligned with business and legislative requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys analysis and process improvement within a complex operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Reconcile complex payroll-related accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Review payroll outputs to ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and accounting standards.
  • Provide accurate reporting and insights to senior stakeholders.
  • Coordinate and support external audits, including financial and compliance audits.
  • Oversee payroll creditor payments and support automation and reporting improvements.
  • Manage end-of-year payroll accounting declarations and requirements.
  • Identify and drive process improvements across compliance and reporting functions.
  • Collaborate with finance, payroll, IT, and external vendors to deliver accurate outcomes.

About You

  • Degree qualified in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in payroll accounting, compliance, or finance within a complex organisation.
  • Proven ability to reconcile payroll GL accounts and deliver accurate financial reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll obligations (e.g., payroll tax, superannuation, salary sacrifice, accounting standards).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel; exposure to large ERP, payroll, or finance systems is desirable but not essential.

How to Apply

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