Our client is a local competitor with a strong presence in their market! They are seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join a dynamic team during a critical phase of transformation and growth. This role offers an immediate start.
About The Role
Supporting a team of two, you will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity of a complex, multi-state payroll. You will be tasked with providing SME‐level guidance and full end‐to‐end processing capability to ensure continuity and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing end‐to‐end payroll processing for +2,500 headcount, across 5 states and two distinct payroll runs.
* Navigating payroll‐related higher duties, in processing for legislative reporting.
* Ensuring data integrity across a diverse workforce of permanent and contingent staff.
* Assisting in a high‐level payroll health check and compliance audit to ensure the function is \"future‐ready.\"
* Accurately calculating complex final entitlements and settlement figures, ensuring strict associated regulatory and tax compliance.
About You
* Proven experience as a Senior Payroll Officer or Payroll SME in a high‐volume environment.
* Strong technical proficiency in FoundU or similar modern payroll platforms.
* Deep understanding of Australian payroll legislation, including Superannuation, PAYG, and multi‐state requirements.
* Exceptional communication skills and the ability to remain focused when working alongside reactive stakeholders.
* Available to work on‐site during the initial training and induction period in Melbourne.
The Benefits
* Generous hourly rate of $55–$65 per hour + superannuation.
* Play a key role in a major payroll project.
* Join a growing team that values professional devotion and strategic \"big picture\" thinking.
* High‐priority hire with interviews commencing next week.
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