Strategic Payroll Director

1 month ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Insignia Financial Full time

Enhance Financial Wellbeing with Insignia Financial


We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Payroll Lead to join our team in Sydney, Australia. As the Strategic Payroll Director, you will lead end-to-end payroll processes and manage a team of 7-10 professionals to deliver an effective service to employees.


The successful candidate will have experience leading a highly effective payroll function within complex enterprise environments, ideally with knowledge of Australian employment laws, tax obligations, superannuation, and relevant regulations. SAP SuccessFactors experience is beneficial but not essential. We also require strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and change leadership expertise to enhance the payroll experience for our team and broader employees.


This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive positive change, leverage your skills, and make a meaningful impact on the financial wellbeing of Australians. If you are passionate about payroll excellence, strategic leadership, and employee satisfaction, we encourage you to apply.


About This Opportunity

Australia's leading financial wellbeing organisation seeks a dedicated professional to fill this key role. With us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that prioritises employee satisfaction and strives to create financial wellbeing for every Australian.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end payroll processes to ensure compliance with Australian employment laws, tax obligations, superannuation, and relevant regulations.
  • Manage a team of 7-10 professionals to deliver an effective service to employees, leveraging strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and change leadership expertise.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including technical teams, to deliver system changes and improve payroll processes.
  • Develop and implement strategies to enhance the payroll experience for employees, driving positive change and promoting financial wellbeing.

Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of financial wellbeing in Australia. Apply now and discover a rewarding career with opportunities to grow and develop.

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