Payroll Manager

CullenUS; Kew; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Staff and family discounts

Team events and wellbeing program

Paid volunteer leave

Sponsorship of a child in SE Asia/Afr

Job summary

Cullen Jewellery is seeking a Payroll Specialist to deliver accurate, compliant payroll across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States, with scope for future markets. You will manage payroll processes, statutory obligations, and international employment requirements to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

The role requires proven experience in end-to-end payroll, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of Fair Work awards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience coordinating end-to-end payroll in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency with payroll software and Excel/Sheets.
• Strong knowledge of Fair Work awards, agreements, and legislation.
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage fortnightly payroll processing across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Canada, and the US.
• Process payroll calculations: back pays, allowances, overtime, termination payments.
• Handle PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax and other deductions.
• Maintain WorkCover and other insurance documentation and liaise with insurers.
• Conduct payroll audits and verify leave balances and entitlements.
• Complete month-end and year-end payroll-related financial processes.
• Collaborate with P&C and Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Respond to payroll queries professionally and discreetly.
• Stay updated on changes to payroll legislation and regulations.

Skills

End-to-end payroll administration

Payroll software proficiency

Excel / Google Sheets

Fair Work awards knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

About the position:

An exciting opportunity to deliver accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services across our international workforce, spanning Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States, with scope to support future markets as the business grows. By managing payroll processes, statutory obligations, and international employment requirements, you will ensure employees are paid accurately and the business remains compliant.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage all aspects of fortnightly payroll processing , ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery across Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Canada and the United States, with scope to expand into new markets.
• Accurately process payroll calculations, including back pays, allowances, overtime, and termination payments.
• Manage PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax and other statutory deductions in a timely manner.
• Oversee and maintain WorkCover and other Worker’s Insurance documentation, registration, payroll updates, claim submissions, and communication with insurers for all Cullen locations.
• Conduct regular payroll audits and ensure employee leave balances and entitlements are accurate.
• Complete month-end and year-end payroll-related financial processes.
• Partner with P&C and Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Respond to payroll queries with professionalism and discretion.
• Keep up to date with legislative and regulatory changes impacting payroll.

What are we seeking?

• Proven experience coordinating and managing end-to-end payroll administration and processing within a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Strong ability to interpret and apply Fair Work awards, agreements, and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholder collaboration, offers valuable feedback, and raises opportunities for improvement when needed to achieve the best outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently manage responsibilities.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond to changing work demands.

What we offer:

In addition to a competitive remuneration package, and the ability to work in a beautiful office location in the heart of Melbourne, we offer all our team members with a range of benefits including:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment;
• An Employee Assistance Program for you and a family member to utilise;
• Generous staff and family / friend discounts;
• Team events and initiatives included as part of our wellbeing program;
• Paid volunteer leave, and sponsorship of a child in South East Asia/Africa under your name;
• The opportunity to join a growing company with a global presence - you really can take your career anywhere!

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