Join a large, respected organisation offering flexibility, clear expectations, and a professional payroll environment.
* Hybrid work options following onboarding, supporting balance and flexibility
* Clear scope, realistic workloads, and strong payroll system
* Long term contract within a respected organisation with strong internal support
* Australian Citizenship is required for this role
About the Company
This role sits within a large, complex organisation undergoing a significant period of transformation. As part of a broader HRIS implementation, several team members have transitioned into project and change roles, creating the need for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to provide stability and expertise within the payroll function.
The organisation operates in a structured, highly regulated environment and places a strong emphasis on accuracy, governance, and collaboration.
Role Overview
This role supports the ongoing delivery of payroll in a well established team, with a clear focus on business as usual processing. It suits someone who enjoys working in a structured environment, values accuracy, and appreciates having defined responsibilities while contributing to a broader team effort.
About the Person
An experienced payroll professional with strong, hands on Chris21 expertise, comfortable operating in complex environments and managing BAU workloads during periods of transformation. Brings a practical, detail focused approach and enjoys supporting team capability through knowledge sharing and process improvement.
Known for reliability, accuracy, and the ability to communicate clearly with both payroll colleagues and the broader business.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver accurate and timely payroll processing in accordance with policies, enterprise agreements, and statutory requirements
* Support BAU payroll operations during an HRIS implementation
* Review manual payroll processes and identify opportunities to streamline or automate using Excel and Chris21
* Respond to payroll related queries from employees in a timely and professional manner
* Review and update payroll procedures and documentation to strengthen governance and internal controls
* Share knowledge and best practices to support capability uplift across the payroll team
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Proven, hands on experience with the Chris21 payroll system (essential)
* Strong payroll experience within a complex or highly regulated environment
* Advanced Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables
* Experience identifying and implementing process improvements
* Strong communication skills and the ability to support and train others
Culture of the Business
The organisation values collaboration, accountability, and professionalism. The payroll team operates in a supportive, team based environment, with a strong focus on accuracy, continuous improvement, and shared responsibility, particularly during periods of change.
Australian Citizenship is required for this role
For more information please contact Joanne Murtagh on
Please note, all applicant resumes must be submitted in Word format only.