Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the successful WorkCover Payroll Specialist will be responsible for:

- Process workers' compensation payments in line with relevant legislation, payroll frameworks and organisational policies.

- Calculate and administer employee entitlements, earnings adjustments and compensation-related payroll transactions.

- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support compensation and return-to-work processes.

- Interpret payroll conditions, industrial instruments and employee entitlements to ensure accurate outcomes.

- Prepare payroll reconciliations, reporting and data analysis to support compliance and financial requirements.

- Maintain accurate payroll records while ensuring confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information.

- Respond to stakeholder enquiries and provide guidance on workers' compensation payroll matters.

- Contribute to payroll process improvements and support continuous enhancement initiatives.

- Ensure all activities are completed within required payroll deadlines and service standards.

The successful WorkCover Payroll Specialist will have:

- Previous experience in payroll and/or Workers' Compensation payroll administration.

- Demonstrated experience calculating and processing Workers' Compensation payments within Victoria.

- Strong understanding of Victorian Workers' Compensation legislation and associated payroll practices.





- Experience calculating and administering PIAWE and CWE entitlements.

- Experience using payroll systems, with exposure to SAP, PayGlobal or Similar Systems highly regarded.

- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet payroll deadlines.

- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

- Relevant qualifications in Payroll, Accounting, Business, Human Resources or a related discipline are advantageous.

Our client is a well-established organisation committed to supporting its people through qualified, customer-focused services. With a collaborative and inclusive culture, they offer flexible working arrangements, modern systems and the opportunity to contribute to a team that delivers critical payroll and workers' compensation support across the business.

- Flexible hybrid working arrangement.

- Melbourne CBD location with excellent public transport access.

- Opportunity to further develop your Workers' Compensation payroll expertise.

- Exposure to established payroll systems and processes.

- Supportive and collaborative team environment.

- Immediate start opportunity within a well-regarded organisation.

- Competitive salary package and potential for longer-term career opportunities.

📌 Workcover Payroll Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Melbourne