Melbourne Payroll Lead — End-to-End Specialist

Melbourne Payroll Lead — End-to-End Specialist

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As a Payroll Specialist who enjoys complexity, look no further! Supporting our Australian business as part of a global Finance Operations team committed to operational excellence and amplifying value, you can be assured this is far from a routine payroll environment.

Ideally based in Melbourne, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely end-to-end payroll services for our Australian workforce. From payroll processing, reporting and reconciliations through to superannuation administration and compliance activities, you'll help ensure our people are paid correctly and on time, every time.

Working closely with stakeholders across Finance and People & Culture, you will respond to payroll enquiries with professionalism, accuracy and care. You will also contribute to year-end processing and reporting requirements, while supporting payroll improvement initiatives and projects as the business continues to evolve.

About you

You bring 5+ years of experience delivering end-to-end Australian payroll within a medium to large organisation, with a strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance obligations and payroll best practices. You are confident managing complex payroll scenarios, including parental leave, terminations, salary packaging, leave calculations and superannuation requirements.

Recognised as a trusted source of payroll expertise, you stay current with employment legislation, awards, payroll tax and regulatory changes, proactively expanding your knowledge and sharing insights with others.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, attention to detail and exceptional service are paramount. With strong payroll systems experience and confidence working with reporting and reconciliation processes, you can effectively manage complex payroll activities while ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality outcomes. Experience with Workday and Datapay is not essential, but would be highly regarded as we continue to embed and optimise these platforms across the business.

Above all, you are a collaborative team player who builds strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You take pride in supporting employees and leaders, balancing technical expertise with a customer-focused mindset and a passion for continuous improvement. You enjoy being part of a team that makes a tangible difference to people across the business and are committed to delivering a reliable, accurate and professional payroll service.

What We Offer:

A career with Beca will provide you with:

Flexibility & Wellbeing: We recognise that achieving a work-life balance is unique to everyone. Enjoy flexible working options to manage your personal and family priorities, along with dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.

Belonging & Ownership: Join a diverse and inclusive team where collaboration and creativity thrive, and you can bring your whole self to work. You may also have the chance to take advantage of our unique shareholder opportunities, sharing in our collective success.

Parental Leave: Take time for what matters most with up to 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave, inclusive of all genders.

Career Growth & Development: Your growth is our priority! Benefit from continuous learning and professional development through our company training programmes and support for professional accreditation, including pathways to Chartership with Engineers Australia. Work alongside industry leaders and gain hands-on experience to unlock your career potential.

Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.

Who is Beca?

Beca is one of the Asia-Pacific region's largest employee-owned professional services consultancies. Our team of over 4000 professionals is diverse enough to bring a wide range of perspectives and expertise to every client and challenge, creating resourceful, smart solutions from our collective experience and insights.

‘Creative people together transforming our world’ is our vision. It reflects our culture, our aspirations and our purpose – to make everyday better. Our four values – partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and care – sit at the heart of everything we do, reflecting how we work every day with each other and our clients.

At Beca we make everyday better for our clients, our people and our community and your involvement makes it possible. Our size and agility mean you’re not just on the fringes; you’re making a visible difference, partnering to develop and deliver solutions from the ground up.

As a people-focused business, we understand that work-life balance means a lot of different things to different people and that it’s not always easy juggling work with everything else life throws at us. This is why we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for all opportunities in the Beca team.

Ready to make the move? / Apply now

If you want to make every day better, apply online today! If you have any questions, you can find out more about our people and projects by visiting

The Essendon Football Club – “The Bombers” – are a professional sporting organisation in the Australian Football League, home to several teams, including AFL, AFLW, VFL, VFLW and Wheelchair Football programs. But we’re more than the game. At Essendon, unity binds us. We firmly believe that our strength comes from standing together as One Club, embracing our rich diversity, and uniting around a shared purpose. Our passion fuels every kick, every play, and every decision.

The essence of the Essendon legacy is deeply woven into the fabric of the Australian sporting calendar, through significant events such as the ANZAC Day and Dreamtime clashes, underscoring our commemoration and connection to national identity. Our heritage sets us apart, shaping our ethos and inspiring our journey. We strive to be better every day, pushing the boundaries and relentlessly pursuing excellence. But amidst the intensity of competition, respect remains paramount. We care about our impact on others, whether it’s our teammates, opponents, or our community. When we ‘Don the Sash’, we do so with unity, passion, excellence, and respect guiding our every move, Always Striving toward our next triumph on the premiership stage.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing end-to-end payroll functions on a weekly, and monthly basis which includes general payroll administrative tasks as required including; data entry, accurate and timely processing of all employee entitlements, compliance with relevant laws and regulations, addressing employee inquiries related to payroll matters and reporting of information to external authorities (including government bodies & AFL). Ownership of all Payroll month end reporting and Balance Sheet Recs.

This role is 4 days per week (2-3 days in the office). If required, can be 3 days per week role for the right candidate.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Payroll Processing

- Process of assigned pays which includes online timesheets, attendance records, deductions and other relevant data for payroll processing.
- Calculate and process payroll accurately, including upload payroll files to the bank, in accordance with established schedules.
- In conjunction with People & Culture, input and verify employee data, including new hires, terminations, and changes in employment status, cost centre’s in Employment Hero.
- Processing and calculating termination payments including ETP and redundancies.
- Ensure timely and accurate payment of WorkCover, PAYG, Payroll tax, Child support, SGC & salary sacrificed super etc.
- Balancing and posting general ledgers into finance system

Compliance

- Stay updated on relevant federal, state, and local payroll regulations and ensure compliance.
- Assist with preparation and submission of payroll tax, Child Support and other statutory requirements.

Record Keeping & Reporting

- Maintain up-to-date and accurate data of all payments
- Produce reports as required, including superannuation, leave liabilities, general ledger, AFL, management and auditing reporting.
- Reconciliation of Balance Sheet Recs
- Year end Payroll and Year end Finance close and reporting

Employee Queries

- Respond to employee enquiries and concerns regarding payroll matters in a timely and professional manner.
- Collaborate with the management and/or People & Culture to address and resolve payroll-related issues.
- Where required, liaise with players and player managers regarding payment of bonuses, match payments, ASAs and management fees.

KEY POSITION REQUIREMENTS

- Minimum 3 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll coordination
- Familiarity with payroll software and systems, preferably Employment Hero.
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, taxation, and compliance.
- Minimum understanding of payroll processes, taxation, and compliance.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Solid knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll information.
- Ability to work as a team and independently with a high level of initiative and autonomy.

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Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

We pride ourselves on creating an environment of shared spirit of passion, innovation, and inclusivity. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of how we do business. We are united in upholding our Club-wide values and are consistently setting the benchmark both on and off the field as we strive to win our next premiership.

To Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter along with your resume.

With our commitment to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld. This includes ensuring all of our people hold a valid Working with Children Check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

All applications will be treated with respect and confidentiality, including timely responses.

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How you will make contributions that matter

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join our dedicated and collaborative payroll team, supporting approximately 400 weekly and fortnightly paid employees across multiple manufacturing sites.

Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely payroll services while supporting employees and stakeholders across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

- End-to-end processing of weekly and fortnightly payrolls for a predominantly wages-based workforce
- Interpreting Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) and payroll legislation to ensure accurate employee payments
- Managing payroll reconciliations, PAYG, superannuation and statutory reporting obligations
- Reviewing payroll calculations, leave balances and payroll exceptions
- Responding to payroll queries and providing a high level of customer service to employees and stakeholders
- Producing payroll reports and analysing payroll data using Excel
- Supporting payroll audits and compliance activities as required
- Working across My Workplace (MWP), Workday, Workforce and Chris21/iChris payroll systems, with the opportunity to support the transition of employees onto a single workforce management platform
- Contributing to payroll-related testing and system implementation activities
- Working collaboratively with the broader payroll team to deliver successful weekly and fortnightly payroll cycles

About you

To be successful in this role, you'll bring practical payroll experience and enjoy working in a team-focused environment where everyone contributes to the success of the payroll function.

You'll also have:

- Experience processing end-to-end payroll in a medium to large organisation
- Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, awards and/or Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs)
- Experience using Chris21/iChris payroll systems, highly regarded
- Experience working with payroll and time and attendance systems
- Confidence reviewing payroll calculations, leave entitlements and employee records
- Intermediate Excel skills with the ability to analyse payroll data and reporting
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support team members during critical payroll periods
- Experience within manufacturing, FMCG or other award-based environments will be highly regarded

We'll support you with

- Exposure to all aspects of payroll, from processing and compliance through to reporting and statutory obligations
- The opportunity to contribute and support transition Time & Attendance system project
- A supportive and collaborative team culture where team members are cross-trained across the payroll function
- Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid model with three days per week in the office
- Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way
- The opportunity to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program

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Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying

As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale , Liddells , CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Arkeus is growing fast and we are looking for a hands-on Payroll Administrator to help ensure our people are paid accurately, on time and in line with Australian payroll, tax and employment requirements. You will own the full end-to-end payroll administration cycle, maintain reliable employee records, and provide responsive support to employees and managers.

Reporting to the Senior Accountant and VP Finance, you will partner closely with People managers and Finance team to process payroll, administer superannuation and statutory deductions, reconcile payroll accounts and support month-end and year-end reporting. You will also manage relationships with our external payroll provider and relevant government agencies when required.

This is a foundational, hands-on role in a scaling business. You will combine attention to detail with practical problem-solving to help improve payroll controls, documentation, and help build a scalable global employee administration function as Arkeus expands in Australia and beyond.

About you

You are an experienced payroll professional who takes pride in getting the details right. You possess a strong grasp of the Australian payroll cycle, confidently interpreting employment terms, relevant awards and agreements . You know how to transform timesheets, leave, allowances, deductions,



and employee changes into flawless payroll outcomes.

You are confident working with payroll and HR systems, spreadsheets, and financial reconciliations. You enjoy digging into data, resolving discrepancies, explaining calculations clearly to employees and managers, all whilst maintaining accurate records for audit, reporting and compliance purposes.

You are organised, discreet, and dependable. You manage recurring deadlines calmly, protect confidential employee information, and flag anomalies early. You are comfortable working across Finance and People & Culture, and you bring a service mindset without compromising accuracy or internal controls.

Key responsibilities

Payroll Processing & Employee Administration:

- End-to-end Payroll: Own the preparation and execution of regular payroll accurately and on time . This includes managing new starters, terminations, salary changes, timesheets, leave, allowances, bonuses, deductions, and other approved adjustments.
- Data Integrity: Maintain accurate, up-to-date and secure employee records, including bank details, tax declarations, superannuation information, and supporting documentation, Compliance, Reporting & Reconciliations.
- Statutory Compliance: Manage and execute obligations for PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll (STP), superannuation contributions, payroll tax and other payroll-related obligations in alignment with regulatory requirements and internal approvals.
- Financial Alignment: Reconcile payroll outputs against bank files, the general ledger, and relevant liability accounts. Investigate variances and prepare required inputs for month-end close, year-end reporting and audit.

Employee Support, Controls & Improvement:

- Query Resolution: Act as the prompt, professional point of contact for employees and manager for payroll questions, resolving discrepancies and explaining payroll outcomes in clear, practical language.
- Strengthen Payroll Processes: Manage payroll calendars, checklists, and internal procedures, partner with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders; and identify improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency and employee confidence.

Your experience and skills

- Payroll Experience: At least 3 years of hands-on payroll administration experience, ideally in a growing Australian organisation with a varied employee population.
- Australian Payroll Knowledge: Working knowledge of PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll, superannuation, leave administration, payroll tax and the application of employment terms, awards or enterprise agreements.
- Payroll Qualification: Certificate IV in Payroll Administration, Diploma of Payroll, or a similar payroll-related certification or qualification is highly regarded.
- Systems & Data: Experience using a recognised payroll or HR information system and strong spreadsheet skills, including reconciliations, data validation and investigating variances.
- End-to-End Processing: Demonstrated experience managing employee changes, timesheets, allowances, deductions, leave, terminations and payroll checking through to payment and reporting.
- Service & Communication: Able to handle employee queries with empathy and clarity, work effectively with managers and People & Culture, and communicate sensitive or complex payroll matters appropriately.
- Confidentiality & Controls: High attention to detail, sound judgement with confidential information and a strong commitment to approvals, audit trails, secure records and continuous improvement.

What success looks like

In your first 90 days:

- You have learned the current payroll process, systems, calendar, employee arrangements, and key controls, and shared your initial observations with ideas on how to handle our upcoming growth cycles. You have built effective working relationships with Finance, People & Culture, managers and our payroll provider, and understand how employee changes and approvals flow into payroll.
- You have completed payroll cycles accurately and on time, resolved priority data or reconciliation issues, and documented the core payroll process and responsibilities.

In your first year:

- Every payroll cycle follows a consistent, documented process with clear cut-off dates, approvals, validation checks, reconciliations, and secure recordkeeping.
- Payroll is processed accurately and on time, with reduced corrections, clear ownership of exceptions and reliable reporting to Finance and People & Culture.
- PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll, superannuation, payroll tax and other required payroll activities are completed accurately and by the relevant deadlines.
- A practical payroll knowledge base, calendar and control framework is in active use, supporting business growth and reducing reliance on individual knowledge.

Why Join Arkeus

- You will support a team working on some of the hardest problems in deep-tech — optics, autonomy, real-time AI and hardware-software integration — by making sure our people can rely on accurate, timely payroll and responsive support.
- You will collaborate with exceptional leaders who have decades of combined experience in AI, optics and defence. You will be learning from — and contributing to — the best in the field.
- You will become part of a close-knit, ego-free team where ideas compete on merit, not seniority. Low politics, high trust. The kind of team you will still be talking about in ten years.
- You will work hard and be expected to bring your best — and in return you will grow faster than you ever would at a large organisation.
- You will work on technology that is already deployed in real environments — protecting lives and strengthening security across defence and national security applications.
- You will receive a competitive, market-benchmarked salary, structured career pathways built to grow with you, and the opportunity to participate in our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP).
- You will help build reliable payroll operations for a growing defence technology company, directly improving employee experience and financial controls that support our next stage of growth.

If this sounds like you, please apply even if you don't check every box — we care more about how you think than whether your CV is perfect. Join our growing team and help us change the world through autonomous systems.

3155 Boronia Glady And Co Mental Health Support

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Boronia, VIC | Full Time | Office Based

Boronia, VIC | Full Time | Office Based

Join a Team That Genuinely Cares

At Glady & Co, we are passionate about supporting people to live meaningful, connected and fulfilling lives. Behind every great employee experience and participant outcome is a dedicated team working together to make things happen.

We’re looking for a People & Payroll Administrator to join our supportive Office Operations Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, thrives on organisation, and takes pride in ensuring things run smoothly behind the scenes.

About the Role

This is a varied administration role supporting our people, payroll, learning and development, compliance and business systems functions.

Working closely with our People & Culture Manager and wider Head Office team, you’ll assist with recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, employee records, training coordination and compliance activities that help keep our organisation running effectively.

No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety and loves being part of a collaborative team.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Supporting recruitment, onboarding and offboarding processes
- Preparing employment contracts and employee documentation
- Maintaining employee records and HR systems
- Assisting with payroll administration and timesheet processing
- Coordinating mandatory training and learning records
- Monitoring employee compliance requirements and checks
- Supporting Employment Hero, Wyzed and other business systems
- Maintaining registers, reports and organisational records
- Providing administrative support across the Office Operations Team

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Calm, approachable and professional
- Able to manage competing priorities and work well under pressure
- Adaptable and comfortable pivoting when priorities change
- A strong team player who enjoys supporting others
- Proactive and solutions-focused
- Confident working across multiple systems and tasks
- Committed to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy

Most importantly, you’ll be someone who genuinely cares about people and contributes positively to a supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

Skills & Experience

- Experience in administration, HR administration, payroll administration or a similar support role
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience maintaining accurate records and confidential information
- Ability to learn new systems quickly and confidently

Beneficial but Not Essential

Experience using:

- Employment Hero
- Paycat
- ShiftCare
- Wyzed Learning Management System
- Microsoft 365 and SharePoint

Don’t worry if you haven’t used these systems before. We’re happy to teach the right person.

Why Join Glady & Co?

- Friendly, caring and supportive team environment
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the community
- Opportunity to develop your skills across HR, payroll, systems and compliance
- Varied role with ongoing learning opportunities
- A workplace culture built on collaboration, respect and helping each other succeed

Apply Now

If you’re an organised administrator who enjoys supporting people, loves getting the details right, and wants to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit for the role.

Are you a highly organised administrator with a passion for accuracy, customer service, and supporting critical business functions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and collaboration make a real difference?

MacKillop Family Services is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our Payroll team. This role plays an important part in supporting the accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of payroll services across the organisation.

Working within the Payroll team, you will provide high quality administrative support, review payroll documentation, respond to enquiries, maintain employee records, and assist with payroll processing activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with systems, managing competing priorities, and contributing to a positive employee experience through exceptional payroll administration.

If you're looking for a role where your attention to detail and commitment to service excellence will have a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer at MacKillop:

- More money in your pocket – salary sacrifice up to $18,550 per year, which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
- Wellbeing that matters - Free, confidential support for mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.
- Sanctuary Organisation - MacKillop’s work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, an evidence supported, whole of organisation framework that brings our values to life. The model reinforces our ability to create a safe environment that teaches people to cope effectively with stress and trauma, and to heal.
- First Nations career pathways – Warrungarli Strategy supporting recruitment, retention and professional development
- Community & connection – Opportunity to join Ngindaay Guumaldanha, our Aboriginal Staff Network

In this role, you'll:

- Review payroll related documentation, including leave forms, medical certificates, and statutory declarations, to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Accurately enter, maintain, and update employee payroll information
- Assist with payroll processing activities in line with payroll schedules and deadlines
- Respond to payroll enquiries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain accurate employee records and payroll documentation
- Assist in identifying and resolving payroll discrepancies
- Maintain payroll files, records, and supporting documentation
- Assist with payroll correspondence and document preparation
- Support audit activities and payroll related information requests

This is a full-time, fixed term (ending November 2027) position, based within our Payroll Team, reporting to the Payroll Manager.

Key Selection Criteria:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Demonstrated administration experience, preferably within a Payroll, Human Resources, or Finance environment
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy
- Proven ability to prioritise competing tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service and stakeholder management capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- The ability to work independently while also contributing positively within a team environment

Please address the full Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description as part of your application.

We value the unique knowledge, perspectives, and cultural contributions of First Nations peoples. Your experience and insights are important to us, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

You must have:

- A valid Driver’s Licence
- A valid Working with Children Check
- A satisfactory Criminal History Check (paid by MacKillop)

Our Commitment:

MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every person’s ability, cultural or linguistic backgrounds, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious or spiritual beliefs, socio-economic status, and age.

It is our goal that we continue to evolve as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.

Shortlisting may commence immediately, so please apply as soon as possible.

3001 Melbourne The Breakthrough Office Pty Limited

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Payroll Client Communications Lead

Reports to: Payroll Team Leader

About Us

The Breakthrough Office (TBO) is a Not-for-Profit specialist, providing outsourced accounting, governance, HR, and payroll solutions under one roof. We support NFPs, charities, and community organisations to achieve breakthrough; filling gaps with tailored, end-to-end solutions rather than one-size-fits-all fixes. Our team brings deep NFP sector expertise, and we’re proud to be community-focused at our core: helping organisations spend less time on administrative burden and more time on their purpose.

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive Client Communications Lead to join our Payroll team, reporting to the Payroll Team Leader. You’ll be the key point of contact for client communication and relationship management across our payroll portfolio, ensuring clients feel supported, informed, and confident in our service. It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys the people-side of client management.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead day-to-day communication and relationship management for a portfolio of payroll clients
- Act as the primary contact for client payroll queries, ensuring timely, professional responses
- Maintain employee records, onboarding/offboarding data, and payroll system updates
- Coordinate with the Payroll Team Leader on escalations, exceptions, and client updates
- Support system administration across payroll platforms (e.g. Employment Hero, Xero, TANDA)




- Maintain accurate documentation and support audit-readiness

About You

- Prior experience in administration or processing (NFP sector experience a plus, not essential)
- Confident, professional communicator, comfortable owning client relationships
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach
- Comfortable working across multiple systems and client portfolios
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Xero, Employment Hero, TANDA, or similar platforms desirable

What We Offer

- Hybrid working arrangements
- Exposure to a broad and meaningful NFP client portfolio
- A supportive, collaborative team culture
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the community sector

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

About the latest Part time payroll lead end to end for 250 staff hybrid Jobsin Victoria !

Our Finance team is responsible for ensuring accurate financial operations and plays a crucial role in managing the Firm’s financial health. Our team handles a wide range of financial activities including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, partner compensation, payroll, treasury and cash flow management to support the Firm’s strategic goals. We are responsible for inventory management including billing and collections, and analysis of client, matter and timekeeper profitability. We oversee statutory accounting and ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. The Finance team also prepares financial statements, reports and analysis to provide insights into the Firm’s financial performance. We work closely with other functions to monitor expenses, optimize financial processes and implement cost-saving initiatives. Through meticulous financial management and strategic planning, the Finance team ensures the Firm’s financial stability and supports its growth objectives.

The Specialist, Payroll provides professional support and guidance to our Core Finance team on a range of matters, including invoice processing, payment reconciliation, and credit management. The incumbent collaborates with various teams within the Firm to provide timely resolutions to issues, such as payment discrepancies or overdue accounts. The Specialist, Payroll is instrumental in conducting detailed analysis and investigation to identify solutions and improvements to existing processes.

The roles and responsibilities of this job include:

- Process accurate and timely Australia and Hong Kong payroll through ADP.
- Review timesheets, calculate pro-rated pay, leave payments, deductions and payroll adjustments.
- Maintain payroll, banking and tax records and resolve payroll-report discrepancies.
- Liaise with ADP and respond to payroll enquiries from employees, managers and partners.
- Prepare payroll journals, vouchers and general ledger entries.
- Ensure compliance with superannuation, PAYG, payroll tax, FBT, GST and related obligations.
- Prepare, process and reconcile partner compensation payments and payslips.
- Support finance reporting, reconciliations, payment approvals and cross-functional coordination.

Skills and experience we are looking for:

- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in payroll processing and reconciliations.
- Accounting/Finance experience preferred.
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook 2007.
- Experience in ADP payroll system including ADP Reporting, ADP GL and related functionality.
- Good written and verbal skills, ability to communicate and articulate payroll procedures to management.
- Ability to work well both independently in a team environment, effectively manage time and tight deadlines and able to multitask.
- Additional hours may be required around payroll and other reporting deadlines during payroll processing weeks in addition to quarterly and year-end deadlines.

This role reports to

Senior Manager, Finance

Our Finance team is responsible for ensuring accurate financial operations and plays a crucial role in managing the Firm’s financial health. Our team handles a wide range of financial activities including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, partner compensation, payroll, treasury and cash flow management to support the Firm’s strategic goals. We are responsible for inventory management including billing and collections, and analysis of client, matter and timekeeper profitability. We oversee statutory accounting and ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. The Finance team also prepares financial statements, reports and analysis to provide insights into the Firm’s financial performance. We work closely with other functions to monitor expenses, optimize financial processes and implement cost-saving initiatives. Through meticulous financial management and strategic planning, the Finance team ensures the Firm’s financial stability and supports its growth objectives.

The Specialist, Payroll provides professional support and guidance to our Core Finance team on a range of matters, including invoice processing, payment reconciliation, and credit management. The incumbent collaborates with various teams within the Firm to provide timely resolutions to issues, such as payment discrepancies or overdue accounts. The Specialist, Payroll is instrumental in conducting detailed analysis and investigation to identify solutions and improvements to existing processes.

The roles and responsibilities of this job include:

- Process accurate and timely Australia and Hong Kong payroll through ADP.
- Review timesheets, calculate pro-rated pay, leave payments, deductions and payroll adjustments.
- Maintain payroll, banking and tax records and resolve payroll-report discrepancies.
- Liaise with ADP and respond to payroll enquiries from employees, managers and partners.
- Prepare payroll journals, vouchers and general ledger entries.
- Ensure compliance with superannuation, PAYG, payroll tax, FBT, GST and related obligations.
- Prepare, process and reconcile partner compensation payments and payslips.
- Support finance reporting, reconciliations, payment approvals and cross-functional coordination.

Skills and experience we are looking for:

- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in payroll processing and reconciliations.
- Accounting/Finance experience preferred.
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook 2007.
- Experience in ADP payroll system including ADP Reporting, ADP GL and related functionality.
- Good written and verbal skills, ability to communicate and articulate payroll procedures to management.
- Ability to work well both independently in a team environment, effectively manage time and tight deadlines and able to multitask.
- Additional hours may be required around payroll and other reporting deadlines during payroll processing weeks in addition to quarterly and year-end deadlines.

This role reports to

Senior Manager, Finance

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Experienced WFM/Payroll Specialists – Remote

2000 Sydney Payroll Experts Australia

Posted 2 days ago

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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 datasets, performing reconciliations and working with advanced spreadsheet formulas
- Experience working with Payroll, Time & Attendance, WFM, HCM or HRIS systems
- Ability to identify risk, resolve discrepancies and operate with accountability
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including confidence engaging with stakeholders
- Comfort working independently in a remote environment while maintaining delivery standards
- Full working rights in Australia

Highly regarded

- Experience in consulting or multi-client environments
- Involvement in testing, parallel runs, cutover or go-live activities
- Experience with, or certification in one or more payroll or workforce platforms, e.g. Dayforce, UKG, SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central, Workday, ADP, Employment Hero or similar
- Experience contributing to process improvement initiatives
- Ability to interpret business requirements and translate them into payroll or system outcomes
- Tertiary education in Information Technology, Business, or an equivalent related field.

About us

Payroll Experts Australia is a specialist payroll and workforce management consultancy. We partner with organisations when payroll is complex, high risk or business critical. Our work spans payroll operations, system implementations, stabilisation and advisory engagements across a broad range of payroll and workforce systems.

Customers trust us because we bring deep payroll expertise, practical thinking and a calm, structured approach to solving problems and providing solutions. We operate fully remotely and value integrity, collaboration, accountability and doing things properly to benefit our Customers.

At Cargill, we're challenging the way the world sees agriculture. With more than 150 years of experience we are committed to feeding the world in a safe and responsible way, reducing environmental impact, and improving the communities where we live and work. Safety is our top priority, and we are committed to creating a 'zero harm' safety culture.
With a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and a global footprint, you will work with some of the best minds developing innovative programs and practices for a sustainable future. It's an opportunity to learn, grow and engage in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe.
**The Opportunity**
As a **Payroll & HR Specialist** , you will support Cargill's Australian businesses across our food, agriculture and corporate enterprises, with a strong focus on delivering accurate, compliant payroll across a complex environment. You will apply hands-on experience with Awards, Enterprise Agreements, workers' compensation payments and Australian payroll compliance. Alongside your payroll responsibilities you will support broader HR operations across the employee lifecycle and partner with employees and leaders to resolve payroll and HR matters and improve how we work.
**Key Accountabilities**
+ Deliver accurate end-to-end payroll services across a complex workforce, applying the application and interpretation of Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards and employment conditions ensuring accurate calculation of wages, allowances and other employee entitlements.
+ Maintain payroll compliance and controls, proactively identifying and resolving pay discrepancies and ensuring payroll practices remain aligned with applicable Awards, Enterprise Agreements, employment legislation and internal requirements.
+ Manage payroll requirements for workers' compensation cases, including accurate processing of payments, leave and payroll adjustments, and reconciliation of payments in partnership with HR and relevant stakeholders.
+ Partner with employees, leaders and key stakeholders to deliver exceptional service, resolve queries and support a positive employee experience.
+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing HR and payroll processes, systems, data quality, reporting controls and ways of working to improve efficiency and service delivery.
**Qualifications and Experience**
+ Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Payroll or a related discipline and/or demonstrated experience in HR administration and payroll operations within large complex organisations.
+ Demonstrated strong payroll systems and analytical capability, ideally including ADP GlobalView, UKG and SuccessFactors or similar platforms, together with advanced Microsoft Excel skills and effective stakeholder communication.
+ Substantial hands-on Australian payroll experience in a large or complex organization with demonstrated ownership of end-to-end payroll activities.
+ Strong practical knowledge of Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, Workers Compensation including interpreting and applying ordinary hours, overtime, penalties, allowances, leave and other complex pay conditions.
+ Demonstrated payroll compliance experience, including reconciliations, controls, issue investigation and resolution, and maintaining accurate payroll records.
+ Practical workers' compensation payroll experience, including payment processing, adjustments and reconciliation within an Australian payroll workplace.
At Cargill, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds feel respected, valued, and empowered to succeed, because we know that different perspectives strengthen our teams and drive better outcomes, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that provides an accessible recruitment experience. provide a fast-paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
**Interested? Send us your CV and cover letter today.**
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