Payroll Lead | Standalone | 12 Month FTC (View to Permanent) | $130k + Super The Payroll Agency has partnered with a small firm who is seeking an experienced Payroll Lead to take full ownership of an end-to-end fortnightly payroll for approximately 350 employees , processed via NetSuite . This is a standalone position reporting directly into the Finance Manager, ideal for a payroll qualified who thrives working autonomously and wants genuine ownership of the function.

This role begins as a 12-month fixed term contract with a transparent view to permanency for the right person as its a newly created role.

The Role
End-to-end processing of a fortnightly payroll for ~350 employees using NetSuite
Ensuring compliance with relevant Modern Awards, the Fair Work Act, and all statutory obligations (PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax)
Managing the full payroll cycle: current starters, terminations, leave, allowances, salary packaging, and STP reporting
Reconciliations, month-end reporting, and payroll journals in partnership with Finance




Responding to employee payroll queries
Driving process improvement and system optimisation within NetSuite

About You
Strong hands-on NetSuite payroll experience is essential
Solid working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and STP Phase 2
Comfortable operating autonomously with strong ownership and accountability
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust across the business
Available to commence on a 12-month FTC basis, with the intent of transitioning to permanent

What's on Offer
$130k + super package
Hybrid structure - 3 days in office/ 2 from home but versatile working

This is an ideal role for a Senior Payroll Officer who's looking to step into a standalone role, or someone looking for a smaller, more manageable payroll that offers some work/life balance. If you'd like to hear more about this role please 'apply online'.

📌 Payroll Lead Sydney
🏢 The Payroll Agency
📍 Sydney