Senior Finance Specialist

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Mars Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Partner with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver flawless execution
  • Mars ANZ home to much loved brands such as Whiskas, Skittles, MasterFoods & Snickers
  • Role based onsite Melbourne or Wodonga (VIC) + hybrid working

At Mars ANZ, we're on the hunt for a Senior Finance Specialist - Payrollto join our Global Services Finance team.

You'll support exciting payroll projects—from system upgrades to policy changes—making sure everything runs smoothly and our associates feel the impact (in a good way).

Alongside projects, you'll also manage payroll accounting and compliance, keeping things accurate, efficient, and future-ready.

What you'll do:

  • Support payroll projects & initiatives (system upgrades, compliance changes, process improvements).
  • Partner with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver flawless execution.
  • Oversee payroll accounting & controls, ensuring compliance with finance standards & legislation.
  • Support payroll processing, provide training, and help drive continuous improvement.

What we're looking for:

  • Experience in accounting including managing provisions for leave liabilities, amortisation of prepayments and employee expense management.
  • Knowledge of payroll systems, compliance, and payroll process improvement.
  • A proactive mindset with a knack for problem-solving and building meaningful stakeholder relationships.
  • Someone who loves working at pace and making complex processes simple.

Why Mars?

At Mars, you'll join a purpose-driven company guided by our Five Principles, with access to Mars University for learning and career growth. Expect hybrid flexibility, a supportive team culture, and the chance to work with brands loved by millions.

Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape the future of payroll at Mars

Applications close:  Wednesday 1st of October, 2025

What we stand for:

Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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