payroll analyst

HR Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Partners is seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst to join our People & Culture team in Sydney. You will support high-volume payroll processing, maintain systems, manage transactions, and generate accurate reporting across multiple payroll platforms.

You will work closely with senior payroll leaders and operational specialists to ensure timely pay runs, compliance, and data integrity, while leveraging EBAs and modern awards for varied workforce groups.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-volume payroll processing and data verification.
• Ability to interpret EBAs and modern awards.
• Experience with STP filings and superannuation processing.
• Strong collaboration with Finance and People & Culture teams.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume fortnightly pay runs and monthly pay schedules accurately and on time.
• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle transactions including onboarding, data management, parental leave, and complex terminations.
• Utilize enterprise HRIS and time & attendance systems to ensure seamless data flow and reporting accuracy.
• Perform payroll reporting, compliance checks, STP filings, superannuation processing, and audit reviews.
• Interpret and apply EBAs and modern awards across full-time, part-time, and casual workforce groups.
• Collaborate with Finance, Treasury, and People & Culture teams to resolve centralized payroll inquiries efficiently.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data management

HRIS/HR platforms

Attention to detail

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Are you an experienced, detail-oriented Payroll Analyst looking to step into a vibrant, supportive People & Culture team? We are seeking a proactive Payroll Analysts to join a leading corporate enterprise supporting a large national workforce of approximately 4,500 employees.

Working closely with senior payroll leaders and operational specialists, you will play a critical role in high-volume payroll processing, system maintenance, transaction management, and reporting across multiple payroll and HR platforms. This is a fast-paced position offering genuine opportunities for ongoing coaching and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume fortnightly pay runs and monthly pay schedules accurately and on time.
• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle transactions including onboarding, data management, parental leave, and complex terminations.
• Utilize enterprise HRIS and time & attendance systems to ensure seamless data flow and reporting accuracy.
• Perform payroll reporting, compliance checks, STP (Single Touch Payroll) filings, superannuation processing, and audit reviews.
• Interpret and apply Enterprise Agreements (EBAs) and modern awards across full-time, part-time, and casual workforce groups.
• Collaborate with Finance, Treasury, and People & Culture teams to resolve centralized payroll inquiries efficiently.