Sharp & Carter are proud to partner with a leading organisation undergoing exciting growth and transformation. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of a complex, high-volume function and lead a capable team through a period of optimisation and change.

The Opportunity
As Payroll Manager, you will oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a large and diverse workforce across multiple entities, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and operational excellence. You’ll lead a small but capable team that has capacity to grow, working collaboratively across HR, Finance and broader business functions to streamline processes and deliver continuous improvement.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a confident payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys driving efficiency and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a payroll team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• End-to-End Payroll Processing, Oversee timely and accurate processing of high-volume, multi-entity payrolls.
• Ensure Compliance and reporting adherence to relevant legislation, including PAYG, superannuation, and payroll tax.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, system integration, and automation.
• Support and manage audits and maintain robust internal controls.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across HR, Finance, and Operations to deliver service excellence.

About You

• Proven experience managing large, complex payrolls (800+ employees).
• Strong leadership skills with at least 2 years managing teams.
• Deep understanding of Australian payroll legislation and awards.
• Advanced Excel and payroll systems knowledge.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.

The Benefit

• Supportive culture with flexibility as needed.
• Opportunity to influence and improve payroll operations in a changing environment.
• A key leadership role within a business that values innovation, collaboration, and people.

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Amy Robertson on 0455 188 325 or email [email protected]