Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsGenuine market leading WFH flexibilityStrategic leadership & continuous improvement focusAbout Our ClientOur client is a leading ASX-listed organisation and firmly recognised as one of Australia's largest and most respected employers, with a significant national footprint and a reputation for operational excellence.Operating within a highly complex payroll landscape, the business manages large-scale, multi-layered payroll structures governed by intricate awards, EBAs and regulatory requirements. What truly sets them apart is their proactive, forward-thinking approach to compliance - payroll is not treated as a transactional function, but as a critical, risk-managed and value-adding capability within the organisation.The organisation is currently investing heavily in the ongoing transformation of its Payroll and People & Culture function, with a core focus on modernising systems, streamlining processes and uplifting capability across the team. There is a strong mandate around change management and continuous improvement, with senior leadership committed to evolving payroll into a best-in-class, future-ready function.You'll be joining a business that prioritises innovation, governance and operational excellence, backed by continued investment in leading technology platforms and best-practice processes.Importantly, the organisation also offers an exceptional employee value proposition, including:Highly flexible working arrangements (hybrid/WFH and flexible start & finish times)A culture grounded in trust, accountability and outcomesA genuine focus on employee wellbeing and work-life balanceJob DescriptionThis is a strategic position, responsible for overseeing a high-performing team while driving key initiatives across compliance, transformation and continuous improvement.Reporting into the Senior Manager - National Payroll, you will play a critical role in setting direction, leading change, and ensuring the payroll function operates with the highest levels of accuracy, governance and efficiency.Provide leadership, coaching and development to the payroll team, building capability and engagementOversee the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processingChampion a best-practice compliance framework, ensuring adherence to legislation, awards and internal policiesAct as the escalation point for complex payroll matters and provide expert advisory supportDrive continuous improvement initiatives, including system enhancements and process optimisationLead and support payroll-related projects, audits and transformation initiativesPartner closely with People & Culture, Finance and key stakeholders to align payroll with broader business objectivesContribute to change management across systems, processes and organisational initiativesThe Successful ApplicantDemonstrated experience coaching and developing team membersStrong expertise in Australian payroll legislation, awards and EBAsProven ability to lead teams and drive performanceExperience delivering continuous improvement and transformation initiativesA proactive approach to compliance, risk and governanceExcellent stakeholder engagement and communication skillsWhat's on OfferA strategic leadership role with real visibility and impactOpportunity to work within a highly regarded ASX-listed organisationExposure to complex payroll challenges and large-scale transformationOutstanding flexibility and hybrid working arrangementsA culture that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvementContactJonathan DawsonQuote job refJN-062026-7037820Phone number+(61) 415142246Job summaryFunctionAccounting & FinanceSpecialisationPayrollIndustryHealthcare / PharmaceuticalLocationWangaraJob TypePermanentConsultant nameJonathan DawsonConsultant phone+(61) 415142246Job ReferenceJN-062026-7037820
