Payroll Compliance Manager needed for a 9 month contract.
Your new company
A leading national organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Compliance Manager to join its high-performing payroll function on a 9-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll compliance specialist to take ownership of payroll governance, compliance frameworks and audit activities within a large, complex environment.
Your new role
Reporting to the Head of Payroll, you will lead a small team while driving payroll compliance, governance and risk management initiatives across a large-scale payroll operation.
You will work closely with finance, HR, employee relations and key internal stakeholders to ensure legislative compliance and payroll accuracy.
What you'll need to succeed
Lead payroll compliance, governance, and control frameworks
Ensure ongoing compliance with payroll legislation, awards, and employment obligations
Conduct payroll audits and identify areas of risk and improvement
Investigate and resolve complex payroll compliance matters
Review and enhance payroll policies, procedures, and controls
Partner with Finance on reconciliations and payroll reporting
Provide expert advice on payroll governance and compliance issues
Deliver insights and compliance reporting to senior stakeholders




Drive continuous improvement initiatives across payroll processes and systems
Support and mentor payroll team members where required
What you'll get in return
Extensive payroll compliance experience within a medium to large organisation
Strong knowledge of Fair Work legislation, superannuation, taxation, leave provisions, and payroll governance
Experience managing audits, remediation activities, and compliance reviews
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Advanced Excel skills and experience working with enterprise payroll systems
A proactive approach to identifying risk and driving process improvements
Previous leadership or people management experience will be highly regarded
What you need to do now
9-month contract opportunity
Hybrid working arrangements
High-profile role with significant stakeholder engagement
Prospect to drive meaningful compliance and governance outcomes
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Competitive remuneration package
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📌 Payroll Compliance Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Hays
📍 Sydney