We're looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Compliance & Project Specialist to join our Payroll team on a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Huntingwood.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong payroll systems experience who enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance and integrity. You'll play a key role supporting payroll audits, reconciliations, compliance initiatives and system-related projects while partnering with stakeholders across the business.
We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has exceptional attention to detail and takes pride in delivering accurate outcomes.
What You'll Be Doing
- Support payroll compliance activities and assist in the investigation and resolution of payroll-related matters
- Conduct payroll audits, data analysis and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Perform leave balance reconciliations across payroll and HR systems
- Support end-of-year payroll reconciliations and reporting activities
- Assist with payroll-related projects, system reviews, testing and process improvements
- Support Enterprise Agreement backpay calculations and reviews
- Assist with payroll activities related to acquisitions and business integration projects
- Maintain and update payroll procedures and documentation
- Investigate payroll queries and provide timely, accurate support to stakeholders
- Build strong relationships across Payroll, P&C; and the wider business
What You'll Bring
- Previous experience in payroll, payroll compliance, audit, reconciliation or payroll project support
- Strong experience using Chris21 (essential)
- Experience with Kronos or other time and attendance systems will be highly regarded
- Strong reconciliation, reporting and data analysis capabilities
- Advanced attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with payroll data
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment
- Solid communication and stakeholder management skills
Why Join Metcash
Inclusive Culture: Proud Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
Gender Equity: Gender pay gap under 5%
Wellbeing: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
Flexibility: FlexReady accredited workplace
Team Member Benefits: Exclusive discounts through the Our Local app
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📌 Payroll Compliance & Project Specialist - Fixed Term (Sydney)
🏢 Metcash
📍 Sydney
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