MARS Recruitment is partnering with a high-performing ASX-listed financial services organisation seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to join its Finance team. This is a hands-on role combining payroll operations, systems administration and process improvement. You'll take ownership of payroll delivery while acting as a key systems SME, partnering with Finance and People & Culture teams to ensure payroll remains accurate, compliant and efficient.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Finance team, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll operations across Australia and New Zealand while driving payroll system optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end payroll processing across Australia and New Zealand.
- Oversee employee onboarding, payroll setup, maintenance and terminations.
- Process payroll journals, superannuation, payroll tax, leave entitlements and statutory compliance requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Contemporary Awards, employment legislation, Fair Work obligations and payroll regulations.
- Act as the key user for payroll and HRIS platforms, supporting system enhancements and ongoing optimisation.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve payroll efficiency.
- Develop and maintain payroll procedures, controls and process documentation.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders.




- Partner closely with Finance and People & Culture teams to improve payroll processes and reporting.
- Support payroll projects, system upgrades and business change initiatives.

About You

To be successful, you will bring:

- 5+ years' experience in end-to-end payroll within a medium to large organisation.
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, STP reporting, payroll tax, superannuation, Awards and EBAs.
- Experience using ADP Payforce, Employment Hero or similar payroll and HRIS platforms.
- Demonstrated experience improving payroll processes, workflows and systems.
- Strong analytical and system skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and identify efficiencies.
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
- High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and accountability.
- A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

What's On Offer

- Join a reputable ASX-listed financial services business.
- Hybrid working environment.
- High degree of ownership and autonomy.
- Opportunity to influence payroll systems, processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Cooperative and supportive culture.
- Competitive salary package and long-term career opportunities.

If you're an experienced payroll qualified who enjoys combining payroll expertise with systems, process improvement and stakeholder engagement, we would love to hear from you.

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📌 Senior Payroll Analyst (Sydney)
🏢 Mars Recruitment
📍 Sydney