Company description:

Karingal St Laurence Limited

Job description:

Job Details

• Job number: 2029
• Location: VIC
• Employment status: Full Time Permanent, Hybrid
• Classification: Common Law Contact ($157,000 - $174,000) TRP + NFP Salary Packaging Benefits

About genU

At genU, we are a group of passionate, driven individuals dedicated to making lives happier and healthier, especially for people with disability, the ageing, and those experiencing disadvantage. As a profit-for-purpose organisation, we invest directly back into the communities we serve.

we're growing!

In an exciting move for the sector and the people we support, genU is merging with Activ, one of Western Australia's most trusted and well-established disability service providers. This partnership marks the beginning of a significant national expansion — and with growth, comes opportunity.

Harnessing diversity

At genU, we're not all the same. And that's one of our greatest strengths. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we've experienced and how we think.

We welcome diversity in all its forms, including culture, gender, disability, neurodiversity, age, sexuality, religion, spirituality, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritages. We respect the intersections of these identities and recognise the unique experiences and insights they bring to our organisation. Our commitment is to foster a welcoming, innovative, safe, empowering, and a respectful environment where these values are upheld every day.

Join our team!

As our genU Group Payroll Manager, you'll be at the heart of making sure our people are paid accurately, on time, and in line with legislative requirements. You'll also help when things need to be investigated and resolved. This role leads the charge on all things payroll across genU, guiding a dedicated payroll team and collaborating closely with People & Culture, Finance, and external partners.

You'll play a key role in streamlining processes, ensuring governance and compliance, driving efficiency, and continually improving the way we work—ensuring our payroll operations not only meet business needs but also support a great employee experience.

If you're someone who loves numbers, thrives on precision, and enjoys working across teams to make things better, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Key responsibilities

As a Group Payroll Manager, your responsibilities include:

• Oversee end-to-end payroll for the organisation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Lead and support the payroll operations and resolutions teams to drive high performance
• Ensure compliance with all payroll-related legislation and tax requirements
• Identify and implement improvements to streamline payroll processes
• Collaborate with broader People & Culture and Finance teams
• Oversee internal and external payroll audits
• Support governance reviews, reconciliations, and resolve any discrepancies
• Stay informed on payroll legislation and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance

About you

We are looking for dynamic and Values-led individuals who have:

• Previous experience in the management and administration of a large-scale payroll function (5000+ employees) for at least 5-7 years
• Experience working with SuccessFactors and SAP Payroll (WFS is a bonus)
• Understanding of Rostering/Time and Attendance solutions
• Strong leadership and relationship management skills
• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Employee benefits

genU offers a range of benefits, including:

• Extra leave: 15 days of personal leave
• Salary packaging: Non-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum, plus additional meals and entertainment benefits
• Discount shopping programs: Save at over 450 retailers, including Coles, Woolworths, JB HI-FI and Officeworks
• University study benefits: 25% fee reduction via a Torrens University scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University
• Employee referral program: Earn a cash bonus for referring successful candidates
• Health and wellbeing support: 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program
• Professional development: In addition to a comprehensive induction program and ongoing professional development, genU is committed to providing opportunities for career progression. You will have access to a range of accredited training modules, staff mentoring programs and our internal jobs board

Requirements

To be eligible, you must have or willing to complete:

• NDIS Screening Workers Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate of Completion
• A qualification in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent work experience)
• A collaborative and flexible approach to work, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels
• A passion for inclusion, wellbeing, and empowering others to thrive

Ready to make a difference?

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require support or adjustments (including copies of recruitment materials in accessible formats), then call 03 5223 9102. Or would like further details about the role, please contact Tom Divitcos - National Manager People Support at 0411 785 453 or [email protected].

If you're ready to make an impact and grow with us, apply now!

Note: Recruitment is accepting multiple applications for vacant positions. Current genU staff should apply via the staff intranet.