About Our Client Our client is an innovative and growing biotechnology organisation with approximately 200 employees across Australia. Operating at the forefront of research and healthcare advancement, they are recognised for their commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and excellence in everything they do. The business has built a reputation not only for the quality of its work, but also for its outstanding culture. Employees stay because they are genuinely supported, trusted, and empowered to contribute. With strong leadership, collaborative teams, and an environment focused on professional growth, this is an organisation where people build long-term careers rather than simply hold a job.

Job Description

End-to-end payroll processing across multiple pay cycles (Employment Hero)

Management of onboarding and offboarding payroll activities

Interpretation of Awards, leave entitlements, PAYG, superannuation and payroll tax obligations

Payroll reconciliations,



month-end reporting and variance analysis

Payroll audits, compliance reviews and data integrity checks

Maintenance and optimisation of payroll systems

Partnering with Operations to support workforce planning and rostering alignment

Identifying and implementing payroll automation and process improvement initiatives

Supporting audit requirements and statutory reporting obligations

The Successful Applicant

Robust knowledge of Awards, payroll legislation and compliance requirements

Experience managing payroll reconciliations and reporting

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capability

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

A continuous improvement mindset and an interest in leveraging technology to improve payroll processes

📌 Senior Payroll Specialist (Canberra)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Canberra