About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a large, global financial services organisation seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team on a fixed-term contract during a period of transformation and increased project activity.
This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a quick-paced, complex environment and is confident supporting end-to-end payroll processes across multiple entities. You will join a collaborative payroll function, playing a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery while supporting broader payroll initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing & Administration
Support the delivery of fortnightly payroll processing across multiple entities
Process and maintain payroll data, including:
New starters and onboarding changes
Employee amendments and payroll updates
Terminations and final payments
Superannuation, taxation, allowances and deductions
Ensure payroll records are maintained accurately and in line with internal processes
Validate employee data as part of the payroll cycle to support accurate outcomes
Payroll Compliance & Reconciliations
Perform payroll checks and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance
Review payroll calculations, identify discrepancies and investigate variances
Validate timesheets, overtime, reimbursements and variable payments
Support compliance with relevant payroll legislation, including tax, superannuation and leave entitlements
Stakeholder Engagement




Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner
Partner with the broader payroll and HR teams to resolve payroll issues efficiently
Systems & Process Improvement
Work across payroll systems to support BAU payroll activities and project requirements
Follow established payroll controls and processes to maintain data integrity and audit compliance
Contribute to process improvements and support payroll-related initiatives where required
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Demonstrated experience in payroll processing, ideally within a medium-to-large or complex organisation
Strong understanding of taxation, superannuation, leave entitlements and payroll compliance
Experience working across multiple entities or high-volume payroll environments
Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
Advanced or strong Excel capability, with confidence working with large datasets
The ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team workplace
Exposure to large ERP/payroll systems (experience with enterprise systems highly regarded)
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join a globally recognised organisation with a strong reputation in its market
Exposure to a complex, high-performing payroll environment
Opportunity to contribute during a key period of transformation and project activity
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Flexible working environment

📌 Payroll Specialist (Sydney)
🏢 Morgan Mckinley
📍 Sydney