Payroll Compliance Manager

Payroll Compliance Manager needed for a 9 month contract. Your new company
A leading national organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Compliance Manager to join its high-performing payroll function on a 9-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll compliance specialist to take ownership of payroll governance, compliance frameworks and audit activities within a large, complex environment.

Your new role
Reporting to the Head of Payroll, you will lead a small team while driving payroll compliance, governance and risk management initiatives across a large-scale payroll operation. You will work closely with finance, HR, employee relations and key internal stakeholders to ensure legislative compliance and payroll accuracy.

What you'll need to succeed

• Lead payroll compliance, governance, and control frameworks
• Ensure ongoing compliance with payroll legislation, awards, and employment obligations
• Conduct payroll audits and identify areas of risk and improvement
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll compliance matters
• Review and enhance payroll policies, procedures, and controls
• Partner with Finance on reconciliations and payroll reporting
• Provide expert advice on payroll governance and compliance issues
• Deliver insights and compliance reporting to senior stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across payroll processes and systems
• Support and mentor payroll team members where required

What you'll get in return

• Extensive payroll compliance experience within a medium to large organisation
• Strong knowledge of Fair Work legislation, superannuation, taxation, leave provisions, and payroll governance
• Experience managing audits, remediation activities, and compliance reviews
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with enterprise payroll systems
• A proactive approach to identifying risk and driving process improvements
• Previous leadership or people management experience will be highly regarded

What you need to do now

• 9-month contract opportunity
• Hybrid working arrangements
• High-profile role with significant stakeholder engagement
• Opportunity to drive meaningful compliance and governance outcomes
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Competitive remuneration package

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected], or call us now.
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