Our client is a large Australian services organisation operating across multiple states and territories.
With a solid reputation in its sector and a people-focused culture, the business is currently investing in payroll capability, process improvement and technology transformation to support future growth.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join the team during a period of transition and upcoming transformation activity.
The Prospect
Working within a payroll function that supports a large, multi-state workforce, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery while supporting process improvement initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
End-to-end payroll processing for 4,000 employees
Managing terminations, leave calculations, payroll adjustments, and reconciliations.
Supporting payroll compliance activities.
Responding to employee and stakeholder payroll enquiries.
Working closely with Finance and People & Culture teams.
Contribute to upcoming systems and process improvement initiatives.
Play a key role in a major payroll transformation program.
About You
Strong Australian end-to-end payroll experience.




Experience working within a medium-to-large payroll environment.
Proven Aurion experience.
Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
The ability to operate autonomously and hit the ground running.
What's on Offer
Hybrid working model - 2 days per week in the office
One paid RDO per month.
Supportive and cooperative team culture.
Exposure to payroll transformation initiatives.
Long-term career progression opportunities within a large national organisation.
Why This Opportunity?
This role offers the rare combination of operational ownership and transformation exposure within a sizeable and complex payroll environment.
Candidates will have the opportunity to influence process improvement, work with offshore teams, and contribute to a significant payroll systems implementation over the next 12 months.
For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Stuart Soper on .
To apply, simply submit your resume via the application link below.

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