Senior Payroll Officer

Senior Payroll Officer in the CBD – manage your own portfolio of clients!

Your new company

Join a well-established, ASX-listed organisation that delivers critical software solutions across multiple industries. With a strong reputation for innovation and long-term client partnerships, this business offers a stable yet forward-thinking environment where collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer impact are at the core of everything they do.

You’ll be part of an inclusive, high-performing team focused on delivering meaningful outcomes for clients and the workforces they support.

Your new role

  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing across a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and legislative compliance
  • Interpret and apply Awards, EBAs, and relevant payroll regulations across diverse client requirements
  • Complete payroll reconciliations, reporting, and post-payroll activities including EOM and general ledger processes
  • Act as the key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and delivering exceptional service
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and client outcomes
  • Provide expert payroll advice to clients and internal stakeholders on legislation, systems, and best practice
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with data security standards
  • Support onboarding of new clients and contribute to payroll transitions
  • Assist with escalation management, complex queries, and mentoring junior team members
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and system enhancements

What you'll need to succeed

  • Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll, ideally within a high-volume or multi-client environment
  • Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation (PAYG, Super, Payroll Tax, Fair Work)
  • Proven experience interpreting Awards and EBAs
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability
  • High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
  • Ability to manage multiple payrolls and competing deadlines
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships

What you'll get in return

  • Hybrid working with modern Sydney office facilities
  • Generous salary package
  • Additional annual leave, including your birthday off
  • Quarterly rewards and recognition programs
  • Access to wellbeing support services (24/7)
  • Parental leave top-up and additional wellbeing leave entitlements
  • Volunteer leave and ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A collaborative, inclusive culture focused on growth and innovation

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Taliye Yaman at Taliye.yaman@hays.com.au, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Technology & Internet Services
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Accounting Support
Ref:
3000568

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Taliye Yaman, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 14, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: +61 2 8062 6131

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