Payroll Officer - APAC

Who we are

PolyNovo is a disruptive medical technology company, headquartered in Melbourne. We design, develop, and manufacture innovative dermal regeneration solutions, using our patented bioabsorbable polymer technology NovoSorb®. Our lifesaving products have revolutionised the treatment of burns, major trauma as well as multiple emerging indications, and impacted the lives of over 70,000 patients globally.

With a footprint in 46 countries and 300+ staff across a range of locations, PolyNovo continues to grow, and opportunity awaits.

Learn more about PolyNovo by visiting our Website or our LinkedIn page.

About The Role - Parental Leave Cover (Approx 15 Months until end of May 2027)

Polynovo is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join our team during a parental leave period until May 2027.

In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of our global payroll operations, managing six payrolls across Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, UK, and Singapore to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy improving processes, and have strong hands-on experience with ADP, we’d love to hear from you. You will work closely with our People Team and partner with Finance to support payroll-related reporting, audits, and reconciliations.

You will work closely with our People Team to ensure seamless coordination between HR and payroll processes, and support payroll-related reporting and reconciliations in partnership with Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for 6 payrolls across 5 international locations.


• Coordinate payroll activities through ADP, including data uploads, validation, troubleshooting, and communication with ADP support teams.


• Ensure every entity is compliant with state and federal taxation laws, including salary, benefits, and final pay requirements.


• Process full employee lifecycle changes (new starters, terminations, variations, and leave) in line with Awards, agreements, and local legislation.


• Review, validate, and reconcile payroll reports, resolving any discrepancies promptly.


• Prepare payroll tax, superannuation/pension, and termination calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.


• Support audit processes by preparing and supplying required documentation during interim, half-yearly, and year-end audits.


• Provide regular payroll reporting, respond to queries, and build strong relationships with employees and stakeholders.


• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and regional managers to ensure seamless payroll delivery across all countries.

Experience

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience in Australia and New Zealand, with experience in at least on the following preferred - UK, Singapore, or Hong Kong.


• Strong, practical experience using ADP payroll systems (GlobalView, Celergo, Payforce, ESS).


• Demonstrated ability to interpret payroll legislation, including Awards, industrial instruments, and company policies, and provide accurate payroll advice.


• Proven track record of maintaining high compliance standards and supporting internal and external audits.


• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.


• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Why PolyNovo?

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. At PolyNovo, we offer a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to contribute to ground-breaking projects that shape the future of our company and the industry.

• Multinational, ASX 200 listed and values-led business dedicated to redefining healing for the benefit of our patients


• Unique platform technology, an exciting pipeline of highly innovative products


• Diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace culture


• Career development opportunities and unlimited access to online learning


• Rewards platform with access to discounts at over 450+ Australian retailers


• Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers, Nurture Days, and more


• Salary packaging including novated car leasing.

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Please note only applicants with full working rights in Australia will be considered.

PolyNovo is committed to creating a workplace that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise and value that it is the sum of our parts – our combined backgrounds, experiences and perspectives – that allow us to succeed.

Learn more about PolyNovo at: https://au.polynovo.com/company/