We're partnering with a well-established national organisation to recruit an experienced Payroll Manager. With a collaborative culture and a reliable, high-performing payroll function, this is an opportunity to lead a team while partnering closely with People & Culture and Finance to deliver an exceptional payroll service. The business offers hybrid working, excellent employee benefits and a supportive setting where payroll is recognised as a key function within the organisation.

Culture and Benefits
Join a collaborative and supportive organisation with a strong team culture
Hybrid working arrangements and excellent employee benefits
Stable business with genuine long-term career opportunities

About the Role

As Payroll Manager, you'll lead a team of payroll professionals responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll to a large, diverse workforce. You'll oversee the day-to-day payroll operation while working closely with People & Culture, Finance and the broader business to ensure payroll is delivered accurately, compliantly and with a solid focus on the employee experience.

Alongside BAU leadership, you'll play a role in the ongoing evolution of the payroll function, contributing to process improvements and broader business initiatives.

Duties




Lead the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring payroll is processed accurately, compliantly and on time
Manage, mentor and develop an experienced payroll team
Partner closely with People & Culture, Finance and key business stakeholders
Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation, awards, taxation and superannuation requirements
Identify and implement payroll process improvements
Prepare payroll reporting and insights for key stakeholders
Manage complex payroll matters and provide technical guidance across the business
Foster a customer-focused payroll function that delivers an exceptional employee experience

Skills and Experience
Demonstrated experience leading payroll within a medium to large organisation
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards and compliance requirements
Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop high-performing teams
Experience contributing to payroll projects, process improvements or change initiatives
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to balance operational delivery and continuous improvement
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📌 Payroll Manager Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 TwoScots Recruitment
📍 Australia