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PAYROLL SPECIALIST - $116,000 PKG + WFH 3 DAYS P/W - SYDNEY CBD

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Job Description - PAYROLL SPECIALIST - $116,000 PKG + WFH 3 DAYS P/W - SYDNEY CBD

Due to huge expansion, subsequent project work and the need for additional experienced payroll expertise, this award winning and market leading Australian financial institution, has a need for a Payroll contractor for an initial 6 month contract. 

They are tried and tested - we have successfully placed multiple payrollers with this business over the years, always with tremendous feedback about the culture, work, team and the AMAZING Payroll Manager!

The position is pretty straight forward; BAU payroll processing of a medium sized payroll team using ADP Payforce, collaborating closely with the Payroll Manager and other team members.

EXCELLENT BENS INCLUDE:
  • Fabulous remuneration on offer for a Payroll Officer level role - $116,000 pkg!
  • Potential for permanence if all things go well!
  • One of the best Payroll Managers in the industry! Highly knowledgeable, flexible, empowering and just great fun to work with! You will learn heaps! 
  • Working with a stable and motivated payroll team!
  • WFH Hybrid model - up to 3 days from home!
  • Laptop provided
  • Awesome corporate offices in the heart of the CBD with easy access from all transportation hubs!
ROLE SCOPE INCLUDES:
  • Running the end to end payroll processing on a timely and accurate basis, which includes:
  • Accurate on-boarding of new employees in consultation with the People function
  • Preparation and payment of employee salaries, incentives, reimbursements and termination payments, and the calculation of relevant deductions
  • Preparation of termination calculations in consultation with People function
  • Preparation of State and Federal tax obligations including PAYG tax, Payroll tax and Superannuation Guarantee contributions, and support the delivery of the FBT returns
  • Implementation of best practice payroll processes and controls to ensure a robust control environment in accordance with policies
  • Supporting the provision of proactive advice and guidance to assist employees and team leaders regarding employee awards, legislation changes and changes in policies
  • Resolving payroll inquiries in a professional manner
  • Attend education sessions on payroll legislation updates
  • Filing and archiving of payroll information
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain relationships with the business and establish acceptable service levels and turnaround times
  • Proactive business partnering to support the employees and the HR team with the relevant information as required
ABOUT YOU:
  • Minimum of 3 years end to end payroll experience
  • ADP Payforce is essential
  • Advanced knowledge of payroll systems and operations
  • Understanding of payroll compliance, general payroll practices, procedures, operations and legislation
  • Knowledge of Modern Awards and other state and industry legislation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, deal with complexity and work through ambiguity
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
  • Honesty, integrity and discretion
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of the broader team
  • Ability identify and solve issues
  • Ability to work seamlessly across functions (primarily the People and Finance functions)
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport
  • Capability to provide leadership for the organisation with regards to all payroll related items
  • Strong influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams, building trust and rapport 
*full JD available upon application...
  
To hear about all the other opportunities Absolute Payroll currently has, to refer a friend or just to have a chat about your career, you can contact Peter Allan at [email protected] | 0451224985 :)
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