Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Payroll Manager to oversee the daily operations of our payroll team.
Main Responsibilities:
* Manage the preparation and processing of payroll, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution of salaries, wages, bonuses, allowances, leave, and other entitlements under relevant awards and agreements;
* Supervise and mentor a team of payroll professionals, promoting a positive and continuous improvement-centred team culture;
* Provide expert guidance on payroll-related issues, including complex calculations, workers compensation, salary continuance, taxation, and benefits administration;
* Implement quality control measures to improve team accuracy in payroll processing, driving process improvements and best practices;
* Lead internal and external payroll audits, drafting formal responses, preparing samples, and supporting documentation;
* Prepare management reports, ensuring timely completion of payroll reconciliations, lodgements, including PAYG, Superannuation, Payroll Tax, and Child Support;
* Maintain the payroll system, troubleshooting issues, providing support, and training for end-users; this includes working closely with system consultants and leading system improvements;
* Develop detailed business cases, procedures, standard work instructions, and process flows to support various payroll-related processes and initiatives;
Benefits:
* The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional growth and development;
* A supportive and collaborative work environment;
* Competitive remuneration package;