ASC is Australia's submarine company.
ASC built the Royal Australian Navy's Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats' service lives.
They have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation's nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia's history.ASC is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join their Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing for their Australian-based workforce.About the role:Reporting to the Payroll Team Lead, you'll be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of fortnightly payroll for our Australian-based employees.This includes managing statutory payments such as WorkCover, Payroll Tax and Superannuation, resolving complex payroll queries, and ensuring compliance with Enterprise Agreement requirements and relevant legislation.You'll work closely with HR, Finance and other departments, providing a high level of customer service and payroll-related guidance to key stakeholders across the business.Key responsibilities include:Processing fortnightly pay runs, timecards and terminationsManaging statutory obligations including PAYG, STP lodgements,



payroll tax and superannuationDelivering accurate reporting for monthly and annual accounting requirementsMaintaining payroll system integrity and accurate employee recordsSupporting internal and external audits as requiredStaying abreast of legislative changes and industry trendsAbout you:At least 2 years' experience in high-volume payroll within a large, complex environmentStrong working knowledge of payroll legislation, awards and EBAsExperience with Chris21 payroll systems strongly desiredConfident using MS Office, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reportingHighly resilient, with the flexibility to manage competing priorities and tight deadlinesExceptional analytical and problem-solving skillsAdvanced interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships across the businessConfident communicator with a range of stakeholdersWell organised and methodical, with a proactive approach to resolving issuesThis role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance.
Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.Why this opportunity?
This is a chance to bring your payroll expertise to an organisation that plays a genuinely key role in Australia's national security.
You'll be part of a collaborative Finance team, working in a role where accuracy, compliance and governance are valued, and where your contribution has real visibility across the business.
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📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 EGM Partners
📍 Adelaide