At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic payroll team and ensure accurate payroll services for diverse Australian clients.
- Company: Established accounting firm in Brisbane focused on technology and career development.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid work, leadership autonomy, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive culture with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Step into a leadership role and make a real impact in payroll processes.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in payroll with strong knowledge of Australian legislation and team leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 69750 - 85250 $ per year.
A well-established accounting and advisory firm based in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Payroll Team Leader to join their CFO Solutions division. The firm operates a collaborative onshore and offshore service delivery model, giving clients consistent, high-quality payroll outcomes across a diverse portfolio of Australian businesses and industries. This is a firm that invests heavily in its people and its systems, with a strong focus on technology, process improvement and genuine career development. Continued growth within the payroll function has created this opportunity for an experienced payroll professional ready to step into a leadership role.
BENEFITS AND PERKS
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Leadership role with genuine autonomy
- Exposure to payroll system implementations and process improvement projects
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Ongoing professional development and certifications supported
THE ROLE:
- Leading a team spanning onshore and offshore payroll professionals, you will oversee the delivery of accurate, compliant payroll services for a range of Australian clients.
- Leading, mentoring and developing a payroll team, including onboarding and performance management
- Overseeing day-to-day payroll workflows, capacity and forward planning across multiple pay cycles
- Reviewing payroll reconciliations, statutory reporting and legislative submissions
- Acting as the key escalation point for complex payroll and system issues
- Leading payroll system implementations, migrations and process improvement initiatives
- Building and maintaining trusted client relationships
THE INDIVIDUAL:
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a Payroll Specialist or Senior Payroll Officer
- Previous experience leading or supervising a team (Advantageous)
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, superannuation and employment obligations
- Working knowledge of Fair Work requirements, Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements
- Experience with payroll platforms such as Xero Payroll, Employment Hero, KeyPay or MYOB
- Strong analytical and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Please note you must be an Australian citizen (or permanent resident), a New Zealand citizen or hold a current Australian Work Visa to apply. We are unable to assist those looking for sponsorship, or those based outside of Australia looking for remote opportunities.
Payroll Team Lead in Brisbane employer: Mw Recruitment
Join one of North Queensland's most dynamic accounting practices, where an energetic and collaborative culture fosters your career growth and prioritises client outcomes. With modern offices, flexible working hours, and a strong mentoring culture, this firm is dedicated to developing ambitious Accountants into well-rounded advisors, making it an ideal place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
