Payroll Consultant

Launch Recruitment; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Payroll Consultant to manage end-to-end payroll processing in a collaborative environment. The role requires strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and manual calculations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-known organisation as a contractor until April 2026, with two days of remote work available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar payroll position.
• Comfortable performing manual calculations and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of weekly and fortnightly payrolls.
• Calculate and process superannuation, PAYG, leave entitlements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Preceda

Workday

Job description

We are partnering with an exciting client who are seeking an experienced Payroll Consultant to join a collaborative team and take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing. This role suits someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, takes pride in accuracy, and thrives on delivering exceptional service to employees across the business.

The role of the Senior Payroll Consultant is to ensure the delivery of end-to-end payroll processes by making sure they are delivered accurately and on time.

This role will start ASAP and will conclude in April 2026. 2 days working from home on offer.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of weekly and fortnightly payrolls
• Perform manual calculations for adjustments, terminations, and back payments
• Maintain and update employee records in line with company policies and legislation
• Calculate and process superannuation, PAYG, leave entitlements, and other deductions
• Conduct payroll reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements
• Maintaining pay records, employee records and files, leave records and related information
• Prepare and verify payroll reports, journals, and month-end reconciliations
• Respond to payroll queries promptly and professionally
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll processes

About You

• Proven experience in a similar payroll position
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards, and compliance requirements
• Comfortable performing manual calculations and reconciliations
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality
• Experience with Preceda and Workday is highly regarded
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive team player with strong problem-solving abilities

Why You\'ll Love This Role

You\'ll be part of a supportive and professional team with an exciting well-known organisation that values collaboration, precision, and integrity. This is a great opportunity to bring your payroll expertise to a business that recognises and rewards dedication and excellence.

Our client seeks an experienced Payroll Consultant to join them on a contract until April next next year.