Payroll Accountant

Join a high-performing finance team in one of Sydney's fastest-growing businesses

This is more than just another payroll role.

You will be joining a dynamic finance team of 12 within a rapidly growing organisation that continues to invest heavily in its people, technology and future.

Having recently moved into a brand-new, state-of-the-art office, the business has built an outstanding reputation for its collaborative culture, career development opportunities and genuine commitment to its employees.

As the organisation continues to grow, they are looking for a Payroll Accountant who brings a combination of strong payroll and accounting experience.

The primary focus of the role will be managing end-to-end payroll, working across complex awards and ensuring compliance, while also providing support across broader accounting and bookkeeping functions.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to be part of a growing business where they can make an impact.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing payroll operations while supporting the wider finance team across multiple entities.

Key responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for 180+ employees across multiple entities.
- Work across complex awards
- Ensure payroll compliance with Australian legislation, Modern Awards and statutory requirements.
- Act as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries.
- Maintain employee payroll data within the payroll system.




- Manage electronic time capture systems, leave accruals and employee entitlements.
- Prepare payroll reconciliations and reporting for Workers Compensation and Payroll Tax obligations.
- Identify and implement continuous improvements to payroll processes.
- Support broader accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and bookkeeping.
- Assist with BAS, FBT, journals, accruals and month-end processes.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

- A strong background in end-to-end payroll, ideally within a complex payroll environment.
- A combination of payroll and accounting/bookkeeping experience.
- Experience interpreting and applying Modern Awards.
- Previous experience working across multiple entities.
- Solid attention to detail and a proactive approach.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a close-knit finance team.

What's on Offer?

- Join a growing organisation with a strong reputation and exciting future plans.
- Work within a collaborative finance team of 12.
- Brand-new office setting with modern facilities.
- Hybrid working available after probation (2 days WFH).
- Broad exposure across payroll, accounting and finance operations.
- A business that genuinely invests in its people and creates opportunities for career growth.

If you're looking for a role where payroll is your core focus while still gaining broader accounting exposure, we'd love to hear from you.

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