Payroll & Systems Manager
Location: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
About SUEZ: SUEZ is a global leader in the water and waste management sectors. We have been operating for over 160 years, employing more than 45,000 people across 40 countries — all united by one common objective: to protect our resources and improve the quality of life wherever we operate
In Australia, SUEZ provides access to drinking water for over 14 million Australians and wastewater treatment services for a further 3.5 million. Our core services include Design & Build, Operations & Maintenance, Build Own Operate & Transfer (BOOT), and a range of partnership models.
With a truly global footprint and a diverse workforce, we bring a worldwide perspective to everything we do, enriching our solutions and strategies. We celebrate our differences and understand that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
We believe in providing equal opportunities for career development and advancement. Our supportive and engaging environment encourages innovation and is future-focused for the next generations. SUEZ supports flexible working arrangements to help employees find the right balance between work and home life. Your wellbeing is a priority — supported through our wellbeing program with monthly initiatives and 24/7 access to our employee assistance program.
About the Role
Due to internal secondment, an opportunity is available for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our team on a 6-month Fixed Term contract commencing immediately. This position will provide payroll and benefit related services, systems and processes across our businesses in Australia.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Lead payroll operations ensuring accurate, timely payments (salary, superannuation, taxes, Centrelink, bonuses).
Manage relationships with external vendors (ATO, Centrelink, super providers).
Advise on complex payroll and employment matters, interpreting legislation, policies, and reporting requirements.
Partner with external payroll provider on technical issues (terminations, STP reporting).
Maintain payroll inbox and resolve queries.
Ensure compliance with company policy, industrial instruments, and agreements.
Safeguard payroll and time/attendance systems in line with legislative and policy changes.
Develop governance structures and processes for payroll, time & attendance, and incident management.
Prepare reports and trend analysis using SAP and Excel.
Research and implement improved employee benefits; participate in committees as required.
Oversee General Ledger reconciliations and payroll-related queries.
About you
You are an experienced payroll professional with at least 10+ years relevant experience gained at a Senior Payroll Specialist or Management level and can demonstrate success working in complex matrix style organisations. As an advanced user of SAP and Success Factors (Employee Central) you have had exposure in using automated time sheet systems. Intermediate Excel skills are essential (V-Look ups, pivot tables, SUMIF's) and you can interpret Enterprise Agreements for salaried and wage-based workforces.
Ideally you are based in either Sydney or Adelaide with consideration also being given to candidates in Brisbane or Melbourne.
Experience using Kronos would be advantageous, and ideally you have had experience with the complexities of a global payroll including shadow payroll and ex-pat salary packages.
Want to know more
To learn more about what it's like to work at SUEZ please visit our website and YouTube channel. If you are looking for your next opportunity and want to make a positive impact on our business, then we want to hear from you.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the core of SUEZ's vision for creating an organisation that is ready to face the challenges of tomorrow. Together, our differences inspire the innovation and creativity to succeed.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Human Resources and Finance
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