Payroll Lead

The Organisation

Our client is a long‑established organisation playing a critical role in Australia’s logistics and supply chain network. They are seeking an experienced Payroll Lead to join their supportive and high performing team. This is a hands‑on, visible leadership role, well suited to someone who thrives in complex payroll environments and can lead decisively and pragmatically during periods of transformation.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Payroll & People Systems, this role will manage 3 direct reports, and will involve but won't be limited to the following:

• Ensure compliance, governance & audit readiness
• Manage end-to-end payroll processes
• Oversee managed service provider
• Manage pay & time systems and data
• Act as escalation point for complex issue resolution
• Driving continuous improvement and system optimisation
• Implement effective risk management strategies & controls monitoring
• Mentoring and developing payroll team members
• Support the team as back-up during absences

What's on Offer

• $130k + super
• Flexible working: 3 days work from home
• Inclusive workplace culture with a strong values foundation
• Discounted private health insurance
• Additional purchased leave available
• Access to Novated Leasing

Candidate Profile

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

• Significant experience leading small Payroll teams in a complex, award/EBA driven environment
• Strong team leadership, coaching, and development skills
• Experience building relationship across the business
• Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation – New Zealand knowledge a bonus
• Experience managing Pay & Time systems and data
• Proven experience delivering and driving for results
• High attention to detail and analytical capability
• A collaborative and strategic mindset
• Exposure to working with a managed service provider advantageous

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion contact Chris Belegrinos at ***email_hidden***