Payroll Manager for family-owned business in Southern Sydney
Your new company
Industry-leading and family-owned, this business provides reliable and customer-tailored services to their clients across various industries. They are seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee the payroll function, lead various projects, and be hands-on with the day-to-day payroll function.
Your new role
In this role, you will:
* Lead and manage a payroll team of 4, including providing hands-on support, training, and development to team members
* Oversee the entire payroll function, including being involved in the high-volume, complex payroll process
* Ensure compliance with multiple Awards and EAs
* Foster a collaborative and empathetic team culture
* Manage the projects of system transitions and implementations, including linking the payroll system to the finance and HR software
* Facilitate system testing, phasing out legacy systems, and ensuring smooth transitions whilst collaborating with HR, finance, and operations teams to align systems and processes; provide expertise and guidance regarding payroll complexities
What you'll need to succeed
The successful candidate will have:
* Proven experience managing complex payrolls across multiple entities
* Demonstrated experience in processing payroll within complex Awards, EAs and compliance requirements
* Demonstrated success in leading payroll system implementations and integrations
* Skilled in managing testing phases, system transitions, and go-live processes
* Experience leading and mentoring payroll teams
* Empathetic and hands-on leadership style
* Ability to foster team development and performance
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Comfortable engaging with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
* Ability to explain complex payroll matters clearly and confidently
* Exposure to portable long service leave is desired
What you'll get in return
* Family-owned business with a warm, inclusive culture - business-owner and leadership team approachable and present daily
* Free street parking and close proximity to public transport
* Monthly birthday celebrations and regular team food events
* Stable and close-knit team with long-standing members
* Generous salary + 1 day WFH
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Taliye Yaman at Taliye.yaman@hays.com.au, or call us now.
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