Assistant Payroll Manager – Portfolio Finance Team
Reporting directly to the Portfolio Director of Finance, this role is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant and timely payroll services across our hotel portfolio. You will play a pivotal role in payroll processing, compliance, reporting, system administration and supporting operational leaders with labour management and payroll-related enquiries.
Working in a fast-paced hospitality environment, you will collaborate closely with People & Culture, Department Heads and Finance colleagues to ensure payroll accuracy and legislative compliance at all times.
Key Responsibilities
* Payroll processing and administration, journals included
* Award interpretation and legislative compliance
* Payroll reporting and reconciliations
* Single Touch Payroll (STP) and superannuation management
* Labour cost analysis and payroll auditing
* Employee payroll support and enquiries
* Payroll systems administration and training
* Month‐end payroll journals and accruals
* Process improvement and payroll projects
* Maintaining confidentiality and data integrity
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a payroll role, preferably within the hospitality industry or a multi‐site environment.
* Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying the Hospitality Industry (General) Award (HIGA), including classifications, penalty rates, overtime, allowances and leave entitlements.
* Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, Fair Work requirements and NES.
* Knowledge of taxation, superannuation, long‐service leave and payroll compliance obligations.
* Exceptional attention to detail with strong payroll processing, data entry and reconciliation skills.
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
* Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with Department Heads and People & Culture teams.
* Experience using payroll and workforce management systems (Zambion experience highly regarded).
* Full working rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship not available.
Benefits
* A fun, diverse & inclusive culture where we value you being the real deal.
* Career progression opportunities as far as the eye can see.
* Extensive local, national and international discounts on accommodation, food and beverage and other hospitality benefits.
* A team that is all about development, giving you endless opportunities to grow and progress in your career.
* Central location, work in the vibrant heart of the city.
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