Payroll Operations Lead

2 weeks ago


Newcastle, Australia nib NZ Full time

Let’s talk about this role

As the Payroll Operations Lead, you will coordinate the accurate, efficient, and timely processing of payrolls for all nib companies.

Playing a key role supporting the Group Payroll Manager, your role includes mentoring and supporting the broader payroll team, resolving complex payroll issues, ensuring compliance with legislation, company policies, and awards while driving efficiencies.

You will prepare, analyse, and reconcile data reports including Payroll Tax, Workers’ Compensation and Superannuation to maintain data accuracy, integrity and meet legislative requirements.

Let’s talk about you

Your previous experience running payroll processing, coupled with your understanding of Australian payroll legislation and employment tax law will see you succeed in this role. You will possess demonstrated experience in interpreting awards, company policies, individual contracts, and enterprise agreements in addition to strong knowledge of statutory requirements and regulations such as superannuation, leave and payroll tax.

Furthermore, we’re looking for:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability in reconciliations- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with all internal teams and business partners- Proven ability to take a hands-on approach to delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines and to identify and address payroll issues and employee enquiries- Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and IF statements- Experience with iChris/Chris21/Workday or a similar Payroll/HRIS (desired)- Experience in processing payrolls across multiple states/jurisdictions

Let’s talk about working at nib

Our hybrid working model provides our employees with the flexibility to work from one of our office Hubs and from home based on what works best for them and their team. We make a commitment to come together with purpose and are excited to share moments that matter with one another. Our Hubs are purpose built to support focused work, connection, and collaboration with peers. We provide a new starter benefit as well as ongoing financial support to set up and maintain a functioning home workspace. At nib, we’re committed to creating a flexible working environment where you’re free to be you.

Other benefits to support you at work (and play) include:
- Generous discounts on nib health and travel insurance products including 50% discount on employee health insurance- The opportunity to give back to the community through paid leave for volunteering through nib Foundation- Support _your better health _- whatever that looks for you - through our nib Well Program and corporate fitness discounts- Access to our employee share plans, short-term incentive program and life and salary continuance insurance benefits- Benefits to support our diverse workforce with 18 weeks paid parental leave for all new parents regardless of carer status, 5 days paid cultural leave for First Nations peoples and 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave for trans, gender diverse and intersex employees

Let’s talk about diversity, equity and inclusion

Let’s talk about who we are

The nib Group has a mission and vision of people enjoying better health. Through our success, we aspire to more prosperous and sustainable communities, not only the creation of enterprise value. nib is a trusted health partner, helping members and travellers make more informed healthcare decisions, transact with healthcare systems and generally live healthier lives.

We're looking for people who share this passion and want to be a part of a team that has the appetite and ambition to be extraordinary. Extraordinary comes in different perspectives and experiences. We're committed to an environment where everyone has the autonomy and freedom to be their authentic selves, every day.

The fine print

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check (including criminal history and bankruptcy check) prior to commencement of employment.

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.


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