Payroll Compliance Specialist

$135k - $145k + Super | Macquarie Park NSW 2113 | 2 Days WFH & Free Parking

Excellent payroll & award knowledge required with a strong interest in Audit. Move away from BAU and into a strategic compliance and audit focused role.

Newly created role driving payroll compliance & audit excellence using iChris and UKG. Ideal for a detail‑driven payroll professional moving from BAU.

The Client

Work for a well‑established organisation with a strong reputation for excellence in payroll operations. This business is committed to compliance, governance, and continuous improvement, offering a collaborative environment where your expertise will have real impact.

Benefits

- Hybrid working model – 3 days in the office, 2 from home
- Full time permanent position
- Prospect to influence compliance frameworks and internal controls
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Onsite parking and close to public transport (Macquarie Park location)
- Ongoing career development and training opportunities
- Excellent employee benefits (shared upon application)

The Role

- End‑to‑end responsibility for payroll compliance, governance, and audit readiness
- Regular review of payroll processes to ensure alignment with legislation, awards, and EBAs




- Lead internal and external payroll audits and support remediation activities
- Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for process improvement
- Ensure adherence to tax, superannuation, and statutory obligations
- Partner with Payroll, HR, and Finance teams to strengthen controls
- Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
- Support system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives

The Person

- Strong payroll experience with a focus on compliance, audit, or risk
- In‑depth knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards, and EBAs
- Experience in audit preparation, reporting, and remediation
- Highly detail‑oriented with strong analytical skills
- Confident stakeholder engagement across payroll, HR, and finance
- Experience in large or complex payroll environments preferred
- Exposure to iChris and UKG preferred not essential
- Strong communication skills and ability to influence and present best practice
- Full working rights in Australia (permanent position)

AccountAbility has been specialising in payroll recruitment across the Sydney market for over 20 years. If this role isn't quite right, please reach out to discuss other opportunities.

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📌 Payroll Compliance Specialist (City of Sydney)
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