Expert Payroll Strategist

2 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeePayroll Full time $136,000 - $161,600

Job Title: Senior Payroll Specialist

Lead Payroll Operations Across APAC:

Tetra Tech Asia Pacific is seeking an experienced and dynamic payroll specialist to lead our payroll operations across Australia and the broader APAC region. This key leadership opportunity combines hands-on payroll execution with driving strategic initiatives that shape the future of our operations.

You will oversee payroll for over 3,000 employees across multiple entities and jurisdictions. Your responsibilities include ensuring payroll is accurate, compliant, and timely while championing continuous improvements, system harmonisation, and smooth integration of new businesses.

This role can be based in Sydney or Brisbane:

  1. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing payroll team to achieve operational excellence.
  2. Manage end-to-end payroll operations for over 3,000 employees across multiple entities, jurisdictions, and systems spanning Australia, New Zealand, and the broader APAC region.
  3. Ensure payroll processing is accurate, compliant, and timely for a diverse, multi-jurisdictional workforce.
  4. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to align payroll with organisational goals, resolve escalations, and improve service delivery.
  5. Drive continuous improvements through service optimisation, process automation, standardisation, SOP development, and strategic initiatives.
  6. Lead payroll integration projects for acquired entities, driving harmonisation and standardisation of payroll processes.
  7. Ensure compliance with Modern Awards, EBAs, NES, and relevant jurisdictional requirements.
  8. Oversee statutory reporting, reconciliations, and year-end processes, including Workcover, payroll tax, and employee share statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Requirements:
  1. 5+ years' experience managing payroll in multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional environments.
  2. Deep knowledge of Australian, New Zealand, and APAC payroll legislation and compliance.
  3. Proven ability to lead teams and manage both in-house and outsourced payroll services.
  4. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  5. Proficiency in payroll systems (Chris21, Oracle, Pronto) and advanced Excel capabilities.
  6. Experience with expatriate payroll and international compliance (desirable).
  7. Tertiary qualifications in Payroll, Finance, or Business (preferred).
  8. Certified Payroll Professional accreditation (advantageous).

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global company with local client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 30,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

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