Payroll Specialist – 12-Month Contract

$90,000 – $100,000 + Super | Hybrid | Hills District

Take ownership of Australian payroll and make a real impact locally.

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Payroll Specialist to take ownership of Australian payroll within a global organisation.

The Payroll Specialist is a part of the Finance team and is responsible for managing and administering Moran Health Care Group's (MHCG) payroll operations.

About the role

- Take ownership of the Australian payroll function and act as the local payroll expert
- Manage and validate payroll information for processing through ADP
- Manage payroll information and timesheets across permanent and casual/site-based employees
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of overtime, allowances, travel and meal-related payments
- Work closely with operational sites to ensure accurate and timely timesheet submission
- Respond to payroll queries and resolve issues efficiently
- Identify opportunities to reduce manual processes and improve payroll efficiency
- Ensure compliance with Australian payroll and superannuation requirements
- Work closely with Finance and HR on payroll, compliance and reporting requirements
- Build strong relationships with site teams and employees, including a trades-based workforce

Skills / Requirements

- Strong Australian payroll experience ownership
- Experience managing payroll for casual, hourly-paid or blue-collar workforces
- Solid knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance
- Experience with awards, overtime, allowances and variable pay
- Experience with ADP highly regarded
- Exposure to SAP/SuccessFactors, DayForce or similar systems




- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- The ability to work independently and confidently manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication skills and the confidence to deal with tradespeople, site teams and employees at all levels
- A practical, solutions-focused approach to problem solving
- The resilience and confidence to handle challenging conversations when required

Benefits

- Employee financial wellbeing programs
- Training and development opportunities
- Hybrid work options available
- Hybrid working 2 days per week in office

We are seeking for a Payroll Specialist to join our Head Office Team, based in the Sydney CBD, with convenient access to public transport, including the light rail.

As a MHCG employee, benefits you will be able to take advantage of: employee financial wellbeing programs, training and development opportunities, hybrid work options available.

We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

Moran Aged Care has COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires all new hires to show proof of being fully vaccinated from COVID-19.

For any questions, please contact .

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application

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