Our client is a well-established, highly regarded organisation operating within a complex and dynamic workplace. With a solid focus on people, systems, and operational excellence, they are currently seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead their payroll function during a key transition period.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager of HR, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function, leading a medium sized team to deliver accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance operational delivery with continuous improvement across systems and processes.

Key responsibilities include:
Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing payroll team
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and legislative compliance
Manage payroll for a medium-to-large workforce, including complex awards and agreements
Ensure timely remittance of statutory obligations including PAYG, superannuation and payroll tax
Oversee month-end and year-end payroll reconciliations and reporting
Act as an escalation point for complex payroll queries and issues
Manage annual processes including salary reviews, bonus payments and EOFY reporting




Drive process improvements and support payroll system upgrades and optimisation
Provide reporting and insights to key stakeholders, including board-level reporting

Candidate Profile

You are an experienced Payroll Manager with a strong technical foundation and proven leadership capability. You thrive in fast-paced environments and bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

Key requirements:
Extensive payroll experience (5+ years), ideally within a complex workplace
Demonstrated people leadership experience, with the ability to build and develop teams
Solid knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, including PAYG, superannuation and awards
Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capability - in particular with Chris 21
High attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

What’s on Offer
Key leadership role
Prospect to lead a well-established payroll team
Engage in meaningful systems and process improvements
Excellent salary and EVP
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📌 Payroll Manager Adelaide
🏢 Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical
📍 Adelaide