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Synergie Australia is seeking a Payroll Manager for a part-time contract opportunity with a leading luxury hotel based in Southbank, Melbourne.

The important parts:

- Pay: $50-$55 per hour + Super
- Start: October 2026

What you will be required to do:

You will be responsible for managing payroll operations and ensuring compliance across a multi-site environment.

- Process accurate and timely fortnightly payrolls
- Ensure compliance with relevant Awards, payroll legislation and employment obligations
- Manage payroll records, reporting and payroll administration processes
- Provide payroll advice and support to managers and employees
- Monitor payroll-related advantages, deductions, allowances and leave entitlements
- Liaise with key stakeholders regarding employment changes and payroll matters
- Support payroll reporting, reconciliations and analysis
- Maintain payroll compliance and identify opportunities for process improvement
- Assist with WorkCover administration and associated payroll activities

To be successful in the role you will:





- Have demonstrated payroll management or senior payroll experience
- Possess strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and Award interpretation
- Have experience processing payroll within a medium-to-large organisation
- Bring excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Demonstrate strong organisational and time management skills
- Have advanced payroll systems and Microsoft Excel skills
- Possess excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
- Be able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Highly regarded:

- Experience within hospitality, tourism or multi-site organisations
- Exposure to Hospitality Industry (General) Award (HIGA)
- Experience with payroll reporting and analysis
- Experience managing complex payroll environments with multiple Awards

What’s on offer for you:

- Work with a recognised and respected hospitality organisation
- Supportive and collaborative People & Culture team
- Attractive Southbank location
- Flexible part-time arrangement across three days per week
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact during a key parental leave cover period
- Professional and supportive workplace culture

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📌 Payroll Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Synergie Australia
📍 Melbourne