Full-Time or Part-Time (3-4 Days per Week)
Hybrid Working | Flexible Hours
At EQUANS, we know payroll is more than just processing pays.
It's about ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in accordance with complex industrial agreements and legislative requirements.
We're looking for an experiencedPayroll Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, complex environment and takes pride in delivering payroll excellence.
This is an opportunity to join a leading organisation where you'll have the flexibility to balance professional success with your personal commitments through hybrid working arrangements and flexible start and finish times.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled payroll professional with extensive end-to-end payroll experience who can confidently manage complex payroll processes across multiple business entities and states.
You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring payroll compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement while partnering with stakeholders across the business.
This role can be based in Brisbane or considered for exceptional candidates located in other Australian states.
What You'll Be Doing
Payroll Processing
End-to-end processing of weekly and monthly payrolls
Processing timesheets, payroll uploads, EFT payments and payslip distribution
Managing new starters, employee transfers, changes and terminations
Ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance with Enterprise Agreements, Awards and legislative requirements
Calculating and processing leave entitlements, including:
Annual Leave
Personal Leave
Long Service Leave
Parental Leave
RDOs and other accrued entitlements
Maintaining and updating employee records
Reconciling payroll data and ensuring payroll integrity




Enterprise Agreement and contract interpretation
Managing payroll reporting requirements, month-end and year-end activities
Supporting payroll-related audits and compliance requirements
Assisting with payroll enquiries from employees, managers and stakeholders
Statutory & Compliance Responsibilities
Processing and reconciling superannuation payments
Preparing and processing payroll tax obligations
Managing portable long service leave requirements
Supporting workers compensation reporting and reconciliations
Processing employee deductions and statutory obligations
Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, awards, enterprise agreements and company policies
Stakeholder Engagement
Providing payroll guidance and support to employees and managers
Building trusted relationships across multiple business units
Liaising with superannuation funds and external providers where required
Partnering with HR, Finance and operational teams to resolve payroll matters efficiently
What We're Looking For
7+ years' payroll experience in a complex payroll environment
Proven experience processing end-to-end payroll from commencement through to reporting and reconciliation
Mandatory experience using iChris or Chris21 payroll systems
Strong experience managing:
Superannuation processing
EFT payment files
Payroll reconciliations




Statutory compliance requirements
Extensive knowledge of:
Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBA)
Modern Awards
Payroll legislation and compliance
Experience working across multiple entities and/or multiple Australian states
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work autonomously
Highly Desirable
Construction industry payroll experience
Experience with UKG Workforce Ready, UKG Pro, Kronos or other UKG systems
Exposure to Time & Attendance systems
Experience within a multi-site, multi-disciplinary organisation
Payroll coding experience
Tertiary qualification in Business, Human Resources, Finance or a related discipline
Why Join EQUANS?
Flexibility That Works For You
Full-time or part time opportunity (3-4 days per week)
Hybrid working model with work-from-home flexibility
Flexible start and finish times
Supportive, collaborative team culture
Opportunity to work autonomously and make a genuine impact
Exposure to complex payroll operations across a national business
Competitive salary package
Exceptional candidates with significant experience may be considered above this range
What Success Looks Like
We're looking for someone who:
Communicates effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders
Thrives in a complex environment and enjoys solving problems
Takes ownership and accountability for delivering accurate payroll outcomes
Builds strong working relationships across the business
Maintains high levels of integrity, discretion and trust
Delivers results while continuously seeking opportunities for improvement
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📌 Payroll Specialist (Queensland)
🏢 EQUANS
📍 Queensland