Job Description
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Perfect for payrollers who are passionate about legislation, audit & risk
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Opportunity to transition out of BAU into a specialist compliance role
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Are you an experienced payroll professional who enjoys identifying risks, interpreting awards and ensuring payroll best practice?
About the Organisation n
This newly created position offers the chance to play a key role in strengthening payroll governance, compliance controls and audit outcomes within a large, respected organisation. Working closely with Payroll, HR and Finance, you will act as a trusted subject matter expert, helping ensure payroll operations remain compliant, efficient and audit ready. Make a genuine impact in a role focused on payroll integrity and operational excellence.
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Rarely available chance to move away from BAU and into a purely payroll compliance and governance focused position
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Hybrid work arrangement with 2 days WFH
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Macquarie Park location next to Train and with onsite parking
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Exposure to large scale payroll and compliance projects
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Opportunity to influence policy, controls and payroll governance frameworks
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Collaborative and supportive leadership team
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Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
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Broad employee benefits package available
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Key Responsibilities: n
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Monitor and assess payroll compliance across awards, enterprise agreements and legislation
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Conduct detailed payroll reviews to identify potential risks, discrepancies and control weaknesses
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Coordinate payroll audit activities
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Assist in developing and strengthening governance frameworks and internal controls
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Provide guidance and recommendations to stakeholders across Payroll, HR and Finance
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Support payroll system enhancements and process optimisation projects
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About You: n
Extensive payroll experience within complex payroll environments
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Robust understanding of payroll legislation, awards and enterprise agreements
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A genuine interest in governance and compliance
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Excellent analytical and investigation skills
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Ability to identify risks and opportunities for improvement
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Strong stakeholder management and communication capabilities
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Previous exposure to Audits, payroll remediation, audit reviews or compliance projects highly regarded
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Knowledge of iChris and/or UKG advantageous
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Full Australian working rights
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📌 Payroll Governance & Compliance Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 Ambition Recruitment
📍 New South Wales