Payroll Specialist (24 Month Max-Term)

AGL; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Discounts on energy & services

Energise rewards program

20 weeks parental leave

Recharge leave

Job summary

AGL is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support daily payroll operations for over 4,000 employees across five areas and three payroll cycles. This 24-month, full-time role is based in Sydney, offering hybrid work options and opportunities to contribute to accurate entitlement payments, data integrity, and process improvements within a collaborative Payroll team.

You will assist with year-end processes, STP reconciliations, and wage reviews, while delivering excellent service to employees and

Qualifications

• Understand end-to-end payroll processes from starter to termination.
• Experience with year-end reconciliations and financial postings.
• Ability to process STP reconciliations and annual remuneration reviews.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely payment of all entitlements.
• Prepare data inputs to safeguard payroll outcomes.
• Support year-end processes and wage/incentive reviews.
• Provide reliable service to employees and partners within agreed timeframes.
• Analyze pay results to resolve issues and escalate when needed.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement in payroll processes.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

STP reconciliation

Data integrity

Employee/customer service

ERP payroll systems

Education

Payroll-related certification or degree

Tools

Time & Attendance systems

HCM solutions

Job description

Join the change. Electrify your future!

We’ve been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we’re moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us. Whether you’re on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career here. You’ll work with a team that’s passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career.

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About the role

The Payroll Specialist supports the day-to-day execution and delivery of all payroll operational activities for assigned payroll areas. Key to success will be the ability to facilitate high quality payroll outcomes by following processes that are consistent, predictable, and productive.

You will be part of the Payroll team responsible for servicing over 4,000 employees across 5 different payroll areas and 3 different payroll cycles, with multiple EBA and superannuation arrangements using integrated payroll, time & attendance and HCM solutions.

This is a 24 month, maximum-term (full-time) role based in Sydney.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensure accurate and timely payment of all entitlements provided through Payroll by reviewing payroll results to confirm payroll details, and statutory and taxation obligations are correct
• Safeguard integrity of payroll outcomes by preparing data inputs
• Support annual and/or year-end processes by assisting with the STP reconciliation and annual remuneration reviews and/or wage increases including annual incentive payments
• For assigned emails provide effective and reliable customer service to employees and business partners (especially P&C, HSE and Finance) within agreed timeframes
• Solve operational queries by analysing pay results for issue resolution and query management, ensuring that payroll critical issues are escalated as appropriate
• Identify, recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives across payroll and exception time management in partnership with both internal and external stakeholders, and the broader Payroll team
• Assist with testing for resolution of operational system issues and implementation of payroll changes for new business or statutory requirements

What you’ll bring:

• Good understanding of end-to-end payroll processes and procedures, including from new starter to termination, year-end reconciliations, and financial postings
• Effective communication at all levels, both written and verbal, including documentation of payroll procedures
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities, together with a solution-focused outlook
• ERP payroll system experience, ideally with offshore/outsourced providers, highly regarded
• Good understanding of employment tax obligations (including SG, PAYG and Payroll Tax) and industrial instruments, awards, leave and NES in relation to payroll
• Basic working knowledge of different Superannuation schemes and arrangements
• An interest in continuous improvement, with the ability to apply analytical skills and use Microsoft 365 and relevant tools to support opportunities to simplify processes, improve data quality, and enhance payroll outcomes.

We’d love to see your application by: Monday 21 September 2026.

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid work.
• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
• Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer.
• Access to an additional week of recharge leave per year.
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.
• Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals.

*Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.

AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location

Sydney NSW 2000

Job Family Group

Finance and Accounting