At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a payroll team while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Company: Join a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation and employee growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and free parking.
- Other info: Opportunities for career development and leadership growth await you!
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a supportive culture that prioritises work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and exceptional communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 125000 - 130000 $ per year.
Michael Page Finance are exclusively partnering with a large, purpose-driven organisation to recruit a permanent Payroll Team Lead. If you are looking to join a business that genuinely invests in their people and processes, please apply below!
Join a leading purpose-driven organisation renowned for its scale, innovation, and commitment to excellence. With a strong focus on best-in-class systems and processes, this business is continuously evolving to meet the needs of its people. You'll be part of a company that values work-life balance, flexibility, and a collaborative culture where your contributions are recognised and your growth is supported. Enjoy the benefits of a hybrid working model with four days working from home and one day in the office, giving you the freedom to thrive professionally while maintaining personal balance. This is a workplace where continuous improvement is more than a buzzword - it's embedded in everything they do.
Description
- As the Payroll Team Lead, you will ensure operational excellence, compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction while driving innovation and team development.
- Lead, coach, and mentor the payroll team to foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.
- Support onboarding and training of new team members.
- Oversee end-to-end payroll processing across multiple entities.
- Ensure accurate and timely payments, deductions, and statutory submissions.
- Review and approve payroll runs, reconciliations, and reports.
- Support year-end payroll processes.
- Ensure payroll compliance with legislation, awards, and tax obligations.
- Assist with audits and implement controls to mitigate risks.
- Maintain quality assurance and stay current with regulatory changes.
- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Collaborate on system upgrades, testing, and integrations.
- Maintain payroll procedures and training documentation.
- Build cross-functional relationships with HR, ER, Finance, and Operations.
Profile
- Leadership style: flexible, engaging, transparent, open/honest, and a bit of fun! Candidates who can build relationships and bring the team along the change management journey!
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
- Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with payroll systems and a passion for continuous improvement.
Job Offer
- A$130,000 + superannuation (potential flex)
- Flexible work arrangements - 4 days WFH, 1 day in office.
- Free parking.
- Supportive and inclusive culture that values collaboration and innovation.
- Commitment to excellence in systems, processes, and employee experience.
- Opportunities for career development, succession planning, and leadership growth.
To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Jonathan Dawson.
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