Senior Payroll Specialist

Our client is a well-established ASX-listed organisation with a national presence, operating a high-performing payroll function that supports a large and diverse workforce.

They are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to play a key role in payroll operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. This professional and flexible payroll function is well suited to an experienced specialist who is seeking a rewarding and challenging end-to-end senior role.

Based in the Inner Suburbs of Brisbane, they have a fantastic office space situated in an ideal location. The business culture is social, teamwork orientated, outcome driven, and community focused - resulting in an excellent work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and process end-to-end payroll for c500 employees across monthly and fortnightly pay cycles.
2. Supervise and mentor Payroll Officers, acting as a subject matter expert on complex payroll matters.
3. Ensure accurate recording and processing of timesheets, leave entitlements, and employee benefits.
4. Interpret and apply awards and enterprise agreements (EA) to payroll calculations.
5. Maintain compliance with tax, superannuation, and other payroll-related obligations.
6. Provide insights and reporting on payroll costs, retention, transfers, and WorkCover.
7. Assist HR and Finance teams with payroll queries and process enhancements.
8. Drive process improvement initiatives and support payroll system upgrades.
9. Act as a payroll lead for company projects and system integrations.

1. Minimum 5 years of end-to-end payroll experience in a fast-paced environment.
2. Strong knowledge of payroll tax, superannuation, and compliance requirements.
3. Previous experience using a variety of payroll systems.
4. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and remote teams.
5. Proven ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
6. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

1. Competitive salary and employee benefits.
2. Opportunity to work with an ASX-listed organisation with a national presence.
3. Flexible work arrangements.
4. Professional development and career growth opportunities.
5. A supportive and collaborative work environment.