Classification: Senior Manager 1
Salary package: $138,182 - $144,783 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Fixed Term (up to 18 months)
Position Description and Selection Criteria: Manager, Payroll
The Australian National University (ANU) is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally. ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers.
The Payroll Manager will lead payroll operations, over-seeing end‑to‑end payroll processing, ensure compliance with legislation and enterprise agreements, and champion continuous improvement for our payroll team. If you’re a proactive leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and brings both technical capability and a passion for people‑centred service, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for a proactive, detail‑driven professional with experience in HRMS (PeopleSoft highly regarded), a commitment to continuous improvement, and the confidence to partner with stakeholders across the organisation.
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Application Information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
* A current curriculum vitae (CV); and
* A cover letter addressing the selection criteria (no more than two pages).
Reasonable adjustments to support applicants through this recruitment process can be made available upon request. Requests for adjustments will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
Closing date: Sunday, 1 March 2026, 11:55 PM (AEDT)