An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Payroll Officer to join a fast-growing, market-leading business. This role offers incredible career potential within an organisation renowned for its exceptional culture. The successful candidate will be joining a high-performing Finance team, playing an integral role in bringing the company's strategy to life. The role involves responsibility for the payroll function and a significant role in personnel costs analysis and reporting on HR data.
What you'll do:
- Process payroll, journals, and reconciliations, including year-end close activities.
- Calculate and prepare regular workers' compensation and payroll tax returns, including annual reconciliations.
- Act as the first point of contact for all payroll inquiries.
- Handle onboarding, terminations, and any employee changes.
- Maintain staff employee records, including superannuation, mileage, and leave.
- Identify opportunities & execute changes for automation, system enhancements, and process efficiencies to optimise payroll operations.
- Calculate relevant shared personnel services cost allocations, with confidentiality.
- Review compensation-related P&L items and provide commentary.
- Prepare and analyse reports related to regulatory reporting.
What you bring:
- 7+ years in payroll and compensation, including 3+ years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of Australian and New Zealand payroll legislation, tax regulations, and employment law
- Experience in Payroll & HRIS systems (Netsuite; ADP, or similar)
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Accounting, or related field
What sets this company apart:
Our client was founded with the vision to create intelligent and accessible investment solutions. Over the past decade their dedication has seen them grow from 'challenger' to market leader, driving disruption and innovation in the industry. They offer the broadest range of exchange traded funds on the ASX and are trusted by over a million investors. As of February 2025, they manage over $50 billion in assets. They currently have offices across Australia and New Zealand and a growing team of over 189 people. Their business continues to grow, committed to creating a workplace that gives all the best opportunity to succeed, and that is enjoyable to be a part of. They prize ambition and drive, but equally they value honesty and humility.
What's next:
Ready for an exciting career move? Apply now!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply, please click "Apply" or contact Alison Newsome on 2 or for a confidential discussion.
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Payroll
Salary: AUD130,000 - AUD140,000 per annum + Bonus
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Sydney
