Senior Payroll Specialist

Michael Page
Brisbane, QLD
A$110,000-$125,000 p/a
Accounting → Payroll
Full-time
On-site

Posted 1 day ago


Want to join an industry leader with a loyal customer base, a strong team culture, and a genuine focus on supporting its people? We're looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist to take on a critical role in national payroll operations.

Client Details

Reporting to the Head of Finance you'll be responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services across a large and diverse workforce. This is a senior-level role where you'll act as the subject matter expert, interpreting complex Awards and EBAs, leading compliance initiatives, and providing trusted advice to both employees and management.

Working across weekly processing, reconciliations, and legislative requirements, this position offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to drive process improvements that make a real impact.

Description

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a diverse, award-covered workforce

Interpret multiple Awards and EBAs to ensure accurate employee entitlements

Manage payroll records including novated leases and child support obligations

Ensure compliance with payroll tax, superannuation, QLeave, and WorkCover

Reconcile payroll accounts monthly and at EOFY

Support and guide the payroll team on technical queries and escalations

Partner with Finance and HR on reporting, audits, and month-end processes

Identify and implement improvements in payroll systems, processes, and controls

Profile

Extensive experience in end-to-end payroll, ideally in a senior capacity

Strong track record interpreting complex Awards/EBAs

Good Excel and MS Office skills

Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality

Excellent communicator with strong problem-solving skills

Collaborative, proactive, and confident working in a fast-paced environment

Job Offer

Competitive salary package + annual reviews

Free onsite parking, gym access & daily breakfast

Vibrant team culture with regular social events

Flexible work arrangements + option to purchase additional annual leave

Professional development opportunities & corporate discounts

Stable, full-time opportunity in a well-established and growing company

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact AJ Bhatia on [email protected]


About Michael Page

Sydney, NSW, Australia

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