Drive payroll transformation through systems implementation, compliance excellence, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement.
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Synergie Australia is seeking a PayrollSpecialist for a trusted client located in Milton, QLD.
Position Details
Date of publication 22/09/2026
Location Brisbane - City/Inner, QLD
Industry Accounting/Accounts
Salary/Pay Not disclosed
Reference number
The important parts
Pay:$65 per hour + Super | Duration: 3-month contract
Hours:Monday-Friday | 38 hours per week
What you will be required to do
You'll support a major payroll transformation initiative, working closely with payroll, HR, and business stakeholders to ensure the successful rollout of new payroll systems and processes.
Support the rollout, testing, and implementation of new payroll software
Assist with payroll data migration, validation, and go-live activities
Provide support across payroll project delivery and transformation initiatives
Review payroll processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy
Document standard operating procedures and standardise payroll workflows
Ensure compliance with industrial instruments, payroll legislation, and governance requirements
Analyse payroll data and support reporting requirements
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities
Act as a change champion, supporting adoption of new systems and processes
To be successful in the role you will




Have proven experience in a large multi-site, multi-agreement payroll environment
Demonstrate strong knowledge of payroll operations, legislation, compliance, and governance
Have experience supporting payroll projects, payroll system implementations, or payroll transformations
Possess the ability to interpret industrial instruments, awards, and enterprise agreements
Have strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
Be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
Have experience with HRIS and payroll systems analysis
Demonstrate excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Be capable of managing competing priorities within a complex operational environment
Have exposure to payroll systems such as Preceda and/or Kronos (highly regarded)
What's on offer for you
Opportunity to contribute to a major payroll transformation project
Work alongside an experienced payroll leadership team
Exposure to system implementation, testing, and process improvement initiatives
Cooperative and supportive team environment
Convenient Milton location with Monday-Friday hours
Synergie Australia delivers a full 360 recruitment solution, consisting oftemporaryandpermanent recruitment services, and more.Safetyis of the highest priority, and Synergie Australia prides itself on fostering a culture that champions guidance and care in the workforce.
Beyond recruitment, Synergie Australia is motivated to improve everyday standards within the working landscape so people can thrive today and in the future.
This approach delivers real change to communities by improving workplaces, local economies, inequalities, and changes to the climate.
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📌 Payroll Specialist (Brisbane)
🏢 Synergie
📍 Brisbane