Lead Payroll Architect – End-to-End, Melbourne CBD

ThompsonCook; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium CBD office

Market-leading benefits

Job summary

ThompsonCook in Melbourne CBD is seeking a standalone Payroll Lead to own end-to-end monthly payroll for the firm. You will manage payroll across 200+ staff within a small finance team, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate reporting.

This role offers a premium CBD office and market-leading employee benefits, with a focus on continuous improvement and payroll excellence within the finance function.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience.
• Processing pay runs for 200+ staff.
• Experience in professional services is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process timely, accurate end to end monthly payroll for the company.
• Month end report production and other ad hoc reporting as required.
• Assist with payroll-related financial reporting.
• Manage, calculate and process PAYG, payroll tax, superannuation and Workcover contributions.
• Process new starters, terminations, and changes in employment terms from a payroll perspective, including salary adjustments, parental leave, bonuses, termination calculations and other payroll adjustments as required.
• Administration and maintenance of the Payroll system, ensuring data is accurate and up to date at all times.
• Participate in Finance, Technology and other special projects across the firm as required.
• Identify opportunities for improvement for the payroll and broader finance function.

Skills

Payroll processing

Payroll system administration

Communication skills

Professional services experience

Job description

ThompsonCook in Melbourne CBD is seeking a standalone Payroll Lead to own end-to-end monthly payroll for the firm. You will manage payroll across 200+ staff within a small finance team, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate reporting.

This role offers a premium CBD office and market-leading employee benefits, with a focus on continuous improvement and payroll excellence within the finance function.