Payroll Analyst: Data-Driven, Compliance & Process Optimizer

MARS PARTNERSHIP PTY. LTD.; City of Maroondah; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MARS PARTNERSHIP PTY. LTD. is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join a fast-paced team responsible for accurate payroll processing across a large workforce in Victoria. You will analyse payroll data, ensure compliance with Awards, EBAs and Fair Work legislation, and drive improvements.

You will work closely with HR, Finance and external providers to deliver timely payroll, reconciliations, reporting and EOFY obligations, while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Payroll Analyst/Senior Payroll Officer/Payroll Specialist.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, Awards, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with large or complex payroll environments.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyse payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends and improvements.
• Support end-to-end payroll across weekly, fortnightly and monthly cycles.
• Ensure payroll processing complies with Awards, EBAs and Fair Work legislation.
• Reconcile payroll reports, superannuation, payroll tax and leave balances.
• Prepare and maintain payroll reporting, dashboards and analytics for management.
• Investigate and resolve payroll queries and complex issues.
• Assist with payroll audits and compliance reviews.
• Support payroll system upgrades, testing, implementations and process improvements.
• Partner with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Payroll compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

MARS PARTNERSHIP PTY. LTD. is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join a fast-paced team responsible for accurate payroll processing across a large workforce in Victoria. You will analyse payroll data, ensure compliance with Awards, EBAs and Fair Work legislation, and drive improvements.

You will work closely with HR, Finance and external providers to deliver timely payroll, reconciliations, reporting and EOFY obligations, while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.