Senior Payroll Officer
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Senior Payroll Officer in the CBD – manage your own portfolio of clients!
Your new company
Join a well-established, ASX-listed organisation that delivers critical software solutions across multiple industries. With a strong reputation for innovation and long-term client partnerships, this business offers a stable yet forward-thinking environment where collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer impact are at the core of everything they do.
You’ll be part of an inclusive, high-performing team focused on delivering meaningful outcomes for clients and the workforces they support. Your new role
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing across a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and legislative compliance
- Interpret and apply Awards, EBAs, and relevant payroll regulations across diverse client requirements
- Complete payroll reconciliations, reporting, and post-payroll activities including EOM and general ledger processes
- Act as the key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and delivering exceptional service
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and client outcomes
- Provide expert payroll advice to clients and internal stakeholders on legislation, systems, and best practice
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with data security standards
- Support onboarding of new clients and contribute to payroll transitions
- Assist with escalation management, complex queries, and mentoring junior team members
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and system enhancements
What you'll need to succeed
- Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll, ideally within a high-volume or multi-client environment
- Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation (PAYG, Super, Payroll Tax, Fair Work)
- Proven experience interpreting Awards and EBAs
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
- Ability to manage multiple payrolls and competing deadlines
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships
What you'll get in return
- Hybrid working with modern Sydney office facilities
- Generous salary package
- Additional annual leave, including your birthday off
- Quarterly rewards and recognition programs
- Access to wellbeing support services (24/7)
- Parental leave top-up and additional wellbeing leave entitlements
- Volunteer leave and ongoing professional development opportunities
- A collaborative, inclusive culture focused on growth and innovation
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 ***email_hidden***, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.#3000568
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