Permanent opportunity | $110,000 - $120,000 + Super

Autonomous Payroll Accountant role combining payroll, reporting & finance

Richmond Location | Hybrid working arrangement

Full Job Description We are partnering with a well-established Australian organisation seeking an experienced

Payroll Accountant

to join their finance team. This is a broad and hands‑on opportunity that combines payroll, accounting, reporting, and compliance responsibilities within a complex operational environment.

This permanent position offers a hybrid working arrangement and would suit a payroll professional who enjoys working across both payroll and finance while taking ownership of key reporting and compliance processes.

The Opportunity Reporting into the Finance team, this role is responsible for the end‑to‑end management of payroll operations across Australia and New Zealand, while also supporting month‑end accounting, reporting, reconciliations, and compliance activities.

The position offers significant variety and autonomy, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple disciplines rather than focusing solely on payroll processing.

Key Responsibilities

End‑to‑end payroll processing across Australia and New Zealand

Managing fortnightly and weekly payroll cycles

Interpreting and applying Enterprise Agreements, employment contracts, and payroll legislation

Payroll system administration and employee maintenance

Processing superannuation, payroll tax, and other statutory obligations

Preparation of payroll journals and month‑end reporting

Balance sheet reconciliations and payroll‑related general ledger management

Payroll accruals, provisions, and financial reporting activities





Support budgeting, forecasting, and workforce cost analysis

Preparation of FBT calculations and annual compliance reporting

Regulatory reporting and statutory submissions

Supporting internal and external audit requirements

Assisting with payroll system enhancements, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

Previous experience in a Payroll Accountant, Payroll Specialist, or similar payroll‑focused finance role

Strong end‑to‑end payroll experience within a complex environment

Experience interpreting Enterprise Agreements, Awards, and payroll legislation

Broad accounting knowledge including reconciliations, month‑end reporting, and financial analysis

Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations and payroll‑related reporting

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience with payroll systems and financial reporting tools

Exposure to Australian and New Zealand payrolls will be highly regarded

What's on Offer

$110,000 - $120,000 + Super

Permanent position

Hybrid working arrangement

Broad role combining payroll, accounting, reporting, and analysis

High level of autonomy and ownership

Opportunity to work within a complex payroll and finance environment

Exposure to process improvement and systems projects

Fast-moving recruitment process

If you're an experienced payroll qualified with strong accounting capabilities and enjoy working across payroll, reporting, compliance, and finance operations, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation.

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