At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead payroll management for 500 employees and resolve complex payroll queries.
- Company: Join a VIC government agency in the heart of Melbourne CBD.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid work flexibility, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: 12-month temp contract with potential extensions and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in payroll leadership while enjoying a dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with ADP payroll system and previous payroll leadership roles.
The predicted salary is between 121 - 121 $ per hour.
- Paying between $90.33 - $120.88 per hour + super (VPS6 Equivalent)
- Melbourne CBD location with hybrid working flexibility
- 12 month temp contract with possible extensions
About The Role
Our client is a VIC government agency based in the Melbourne CBD.
They are currently seeking a Payroll Lead/SME to come in and join their team on a 12 month temp contract with possible extensions.
Requirements for this role
- Proficiency with ADP payroll system (Essential)
- Proficiency in undertaking employee pay audits
- Experience and knowledge around payroll remediation projects
- Previous payroll leadership experience
Key responsibilities
- End-to-End Payroll Management: Managing end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 500 employees.
- Complex Payroll Processing: Processing complex payrolls incorporating overtime, specialized allowances, and penalty rates.
- Payroll Reconciliations & Payment Runs: Performing regular payroll reconciliations, validations, and executing payment runs.
- System Integrity & Reporting: Maintaining payroll system integrity, managing master data, and generating operational reports.
- Issue Resolution & Query Management: Investigating and resolving complex payroll queries, discrepancies, and compliance issues.
- Statutory Reporting & Submissions: Managing STP submissions, superannuation, PAYG, and other required statutory reporting.
- Legislative & Award Compliance: Ensuring full compliance with the Fair Work Act, relevant Modern Awards, and payroll-related legislation.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnering with HR and operational stakeholders on key payroll, policy, and compliance matters.
- Governance & Internal Controls: Establishing robust payroll governance frameworks and internal controls.
- Payroll Remediation: Leading payroll remediation activities and back-pay assessments where required.
- Team Guidance & Mentorship: Providing ongoing payroll training, mentoring, and procedural guidance to payroll team members.
What's in it for you?
- Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:
- Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
- 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
- Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
- Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all.
We actively encourage applications from any background.
Payroll Lead/SME - ADP in Melbourne employer: Randstad HR Partners
At Randstad, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a flexible work environment that fosters collaboration and support within our dynamic Workforce Transformation team. As a People Advisor in Melbourne, you'll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful organizational change initiatives while benefiting from a culture that values diversity and promotes professional growth through hands-on HR experience and strong stakeholder engagement.
