Remote (South Africa) |Supporting an International Company
Monday – Friday, 02:*******:00 SAST (10:00 AEST start) | Full-Time
Build an international finance career from home while delivering high-volume payroll operations for large enterprise client accounts.
You will own end-to-end, compliant payroll delivery across multi-cycle enterprise accounts, from timesheet ingestion and statutory calculations to ledger reconciliations. In this role, you will balance rigorous technical execution with trusted employee advisory, maintaining financial integrity across complex operational structures. You will also directly support broader finance workflows, including general ledger adjustments, accounts processing, and system optimization.
What You'll Do
End-to-End Payroll Processing:
Execute timely, accurate, and compliant multi-cycle payroll runs for large enterprise clients, managing new hires, terminations, leave, and salary adjustments.
Time & Attendance Verification:
Audit and process high-volume timesheets, attendance inputs, and leave records in alignment with statutory standards and enterprise awards.
Financial Reconciliations & Reporting:
Prepare, post payroll journals, execute month-end account reconciliations, and handle payroll tax lodgements alongside routine reporting.
Payroll Enquiries & Advisory
: Investigate and resolve complex payroll inquiries, offering trusted, expert advice and exceptional customer service across client teams.
Process & Systems Optimization:
Navigate enterprise payroll platforms to streamline operational workflows and contribute to continuous system enhancements.
Cross-Functional Finance Support:
Assist the broader finance unit with auxiliary accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
What You Bring
Experience & Certifications:
5+ years in senior payroll administration handling high-volume, multi-cycle enterprise payrolls, backed by an industry-recognized payroll, accounting, or bookkeeping qualification.
Core Technical/Specialized Skills:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis/reconciliations), M365 suite,



and experience with dedicated enterprise payroll/timesheet systems (Astute Payroll and Xero are highly advantageous).
Background & Domain Expertise:
Deep knowledge of end-to-end payroll compliance, statutory lodgements, data protection standards, and payroll-to-GL reconciliations (Australian payroll exposure is a strong advantage).
Technical Translation / Delivery:
Ability to distill complex pay structures, investigate numerical discrepancies, and communicate payroll guidelines clearly to stakeholders.
Working Style:
Highly organized and autonomous operator accustomed to strict dead-lines, early-morning coverage aligned with AEST, and handling sensitive financial data with total discretion.
Remote Working Requirements
Hardware:
Reliable personal laptop or desktop capable of running all role-required software.
Connectivity:
High-speed, stable internet connection with a backup plan for power or connectivity outages.
Workspace:
A dedicated, quiet, and professional home-office environment.
Mindset:
High self-discipline, excellent time management, and a solid track record of thriving in an autonomous remote setup.
Connecting the extraordinary talent of South Africa with businesses around the world.
Experienced WFM/Payroll Specialists – Remote
**** Sydney Payroll Experts Australia
Job Description
Who you are
You are an experienced Australian systems specialist with at least three years of experience and a strong understanding of workforce management, payroll processes, compliance obligations and the real-world impact of payroll accuracy. You take pride in delivering accurate, timely outcomes, and you are detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture and approaching broader problem-solving conversations.




Your experience may come from system implementation and/or payroll BAU, consulting or a broader HR background with deep payroll exposure. You may have supported system implementations, testing, data validation or go-live activities. What matters most is solid payroll capability, sound professional judgement and a genuine focus on Customer outcomes.
You communicate clearly, stay calm under pressure and are comfortable working independently in a remote environment while contributing to a high-performing team.
Key responsibilities
Interpret and apply awards, EBAs and legislative requirements with accuracy and confidence
Perform detailed reconciliations, compliance reviews and exception analysis to protect payroll integrity
Analyse and transform large payroll datasets, identifying anomalies, trends and root causes
Contribute to HRIS system implementations, including design, requirements and system audits
Partner with clients during go-live activities, optimisation of their systems and issue resolution
Produce clear documentation, reporting and control frameworks aligned to best practice
Advise stakeholders on WFM & Payroll risk, compliance and process improvements
Collaborate with clients and delivery teams to drive consistent, high-quality outcomes
Contribute to continuous improvement across payroll operations and system capability
What success looks like
You will be successful in this role if you consistently:
Deliver accurate and compliant payroll outcomes in complex environments
Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders
Proactively identify risks and implement practical solutions
Contribute positively to team capability and continuous improvement
Demonstrate accountability, sound judgement and ownership of outcomes
About you ( Must have )
Minimum 3+ years Australian payroll experience in complex environments
Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards and compliance obligations
Demonstrated ability to manage complex payroll calculations with accuracy and sound judgement
Confidence analysing large
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