Payroll Manager

23 hours ago

Brisbane, Australia Australian Payroll Association Full time

Perm or 12 month Contract - 1800 employees Payroll Metrics experience essential
- South Brisbane - Onsite Parking - flex working
- Lead a team of 2, High functioning, friendly and responsive team

Join one of Queensland’s largest retirement communities and aged care residences providers. With 15 Age care sites and 9 retirement living communities, they employ 1800+ employees to provide the highest levels of care. Each residence has a dedicated team of Facility Managers, Clinical Managers, Registered Nurses, qualified Carers, Lifestyle Coordinators and Chefs.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager working with newly migrated payroll system, UKG - Payroll Metrics and Kronos. You will lead a close-knit team and oversee the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll.

**What you will be doing**
- Ensure that the fortnightly payroll and out of cycle payrolls run smoothly and is completed with a high level of accuracy and on time
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and payroll tax obligations
- Develop, review and improve payroll policies, procedures and work flows
- Supervise, coach and develop a high performing customer centric payroll team
- Ensure that a high level of customer service is practiced and maintained
- Ensure employee documentation from Human Resources on all payroll matters is completed and correct within payroll and time and attendance systems for payment of weekly staff salaries
- Ensure that all fortnightly, monthly, quarterly and annual reporting activities are undertaken in a timely and accurate manner and any conflicting priorities are met to meet the reporting deadlines

**About you**
- Current knowledge of general payroll practices. procedures and operations and related legislation
- Familiarity with payroll software and time and attendance systems - Payroll Metrics and have strong Excel skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards and other state and industry legislation, Payroll tax and WorkCover legislation across multiple jurisdictions
- Experience dealing with ATO, Centrelink (Services Australia), Superannuation clearing houses and other government departments
- Solid financial acumen, organised and a proactive problem solver

**What's on offer**
- Friendly team, busy office environment - Flexible, hybrid working
- Be supported for your first 3 months with complimentary membership to the Australian Payroll Association, access to the helpdesk and discounted courses.
- Competitive salary and benefits

Interested?

  • stand-alone payroll officer

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Absolute Payroll Full time $95,000 - $100,000 per year

    This award winning and market leading engineering consultancy, has a rare opening for an experienced payroll specialist, with a minimum of five year payroll expertise, taking sole ownership of their end to end payroll processes for circa 300 employees.This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued,...

  • Payroll Manager

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Digital-Connections Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Position OverviewThe Payroll Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll function to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for all employees. This role oversees payroll operations, systems, compliance with tax and labor laws, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Payroll Manager acts as the key liaison...

  • Payroll Manager

    6 days ago

    Brisbane, Australia Perigon Group Full time

    Brisbane CBD - Competitive Remuneration - Leadership Experience Required This global Infrastructure firm has a great reputation in the industry. With sites around Australia they are one of the largest within their field. As the Payroll Manager, you will lead a large Payroll team and take responsibility for the Payroll business unit. You will be part of a...

  • Payroll Manager

    6 days ago

    Brisbane, Australia Perigon Group Full time

    Starting as two month temporary contract to permanent. - Based in Brisbane CBD with flexible work from home arrangement. - $40 - $45ph + Super. Competitive Annual Remuneration. Great opportunity to join this successful alternative property business, with excellent institutional investors they are growing from strength to strength. An immediate need for a...

  • Payroll Manager

    6 days ago

    Brisbane, Australia Abacus Human Capital Full time

    12% Superannuation | Leave Loading | Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging - Hybrid Working Model | Work From Home | Flexible Working Hours - CBD Location | Free, Onsite Parking Space Available | Public Transport **The Company**: This leading non-profit organisation is dedicated to providing high-quality social services and support to individuals and families in...

  • Payroll Manager

    6 days ago

    Brisbane, Australia TalentLink Full time

    **salary circa $150k package (inc. Salary Sacrificing benefits)**: - Discipline: - Accounting and Finance- Job type: - Permanent- Salary: - $100000 to $150000- Contact name: - Bec Willis- Job ref: - 953073- Published: - 9 days ago**The Company** At TalentLink we are exclusively working with a well-established and growing not-for-profit, Headquartered in...

  • Manager Payroll

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Australia BHP Full time

    **Date**:Aug 26, 2025 **Job Posting End Date**: **Job Country**:Australia **Job State/Province**:Queensland **Job Location/Region**:Brisbane **About BHP** At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary...

  • Payroll Manager

    3 days ago

    Brisbane, Australia Agri Talent Full time

    **Responsibilities**: **Summary** **About us** Our sister company, Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning agricultural recruitment company with clients in every state and territory. Our mission is to win the hearts and minds of our Colleagues and Clients by delivering comradeship and excellent service in the agriculture and healthcare space. - Embracing...

  • Payroll Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia PERSOL APAC Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a vibrant and growing hospitality group based in Fortitude Valley. This is a chance to truly make your mark across a network of well-known venues throughout Australia.This is not your average payroll role. You will be stepping into a hands-on, high-impact position where your expertise...

  • Payroll Manager

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia MyState Limited Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Work options: HybridThis role will be advertised in Brisbane, Bundaberg and HobartGrow your career in a bank on the moveInfluence systems, strategy, and cultureBe the architect of a payroll transformationLead Payroll Transformation at a Growing National BankThere has never been a more exciting time to join MyState Bank. With our recent merger with Auswide...