Payroll Advisor

Stellar Recruitment Pty; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment Pty is partnering with a Bowen/Whitsundays region employer to appoint an experienced payroll professional who will own the end-to-end payroll function. This role offers hybrid work, relocation assistance and an attractive remuneration package. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will ensure accurate, timely payroll delivery, manage STP, WGEA, ABS reporting, and collaborate across finance, HR and operations to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and enterprise agreements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in payroll processing.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain payroll records per enterprise agreements and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate STP, WGEA reporting and ABS surveys.
• Provide payroll reporting and analysis to finance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance systems.
• Lead payroll improvement projects with key stakeholders.
• Advise and support across the business on payroll matters.

Skills

Payroll legislation

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Tools

SAP

SuccessFactors

Job description

• Perm position with a attractive remuneration package with relocation assistance available
• Bowen but with Hybrid work arrangement
• Supportive team environment with genuine career development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function while contributing to meaningful process and systems improvements.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely and compliant payroll delivery, while working closely with finance, HR and operational stakeholders across the business.

About the Role

You will be responsible for coordinating and managing payroll activities, ensuring compliance with enterprise agreements, employment contracts and relevant legislation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.
• Maintain payroll records and oversee transactions in accordance with enterprise agreements, policies and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate mandatory payroll reporting, including Single Touch Payroll (STP), WGEA reporting and ABS surveys.
• Provide payroll information, analysis and reporting to support the broader finance function.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls and enhance payroll systems.
• Lead and contribute to payroll improvement projects in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships across the business, providing advice and support on payroll-related matters.

About You

We are seeking an experienced payroll professional who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and building strong working relationships.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory obligations and enterprise agreements.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Experience with SAP and SuccessFactors will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer?

This is an opportunity to join an established business that values its people and provides a supportive environment for professional growth.

In return, you can expect:

• Competitive remuneration package and employee benefits.
• Relocation assistance for candidates considering a move to the Bowen/Whitsundays region.
• Opportunities to take ownership of payroll processes and influence improvements.
• Professional development and long-term career opportunities.
• A collaborative working environment with exposure to finance, HR and operational teams.
• The opportunity to enjoy an exceptional coastal lifestyle, with the Whitsundays on your doorstep.