Payroll Lead

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Randstad Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year


Key Responsibilities
  • Overseeing day-to-day payroll operations with a focus on quality and compliance
  • Managing complex payroll issues and acting as the escalation point for internal stakeholders
  • Providing expert advice on payroll matters including employee benefits, tax, and superannuation
  • Ensuring payroll compliance in line with relevant EBAs, legislation and policies
  • Leading data reconciliation, audits, and process quality checks
  • Driving continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to system and process enhancements
  • Collaborating with internal departments including People Advisory, Finance, and IT
  • Leading and supporting a small team while fostering a customer-centric approach to service delivery
Essential Criteria
  • Proven experience leading payroll operations within a complex organisation (essential)
  • Demonstrated expertise using CHRIS21 (essential)
  • Strong working knowledge of Enterprise Agreements, superannuation, and payroll legislation
  • Ability to liaise with senior stakeholders and communicate effectively at all levels
  • Strong attention to detail and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
  • Government or public sector experience highly regarded
Why Join?
  • Hybrid working model (3 days WFH) with flexible working arrangements
  • Centrally located CBD office with end-of-trip facilities
  • Annual salary increments and up to 10% off 500+ retailers
  • Inclusive parental and carers leave
  • Strong culture of inclusion, learning and employee wellbeing
SkillsEducation

Randstad


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