Payroll Specialist (UKG Ready) – End-to-End & Compliance

Nearmap; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YOU days off

Generous parental leave

Work from Overseas Policy

Private health insurance discount

Hybrid flexibility

Wellbeing allowance

Job summary

Nearmap is seeking a Payroll Officer to own Australia-end payroll processes, leveraging UKG Ready and Payroll Metrics. You will ensure accurate monthly payroll, compliance with Modern Awards and NES, and collaborate with Finance and People & Culture.

The role supports Continuous improvements to payroll systems and processes, with hybrid working options and a focus on employee experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years payroll experience in a mid-sized to large organization.
• Working knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation and standards.
• Experience with payroll reporting, reconciliations and audits.

Responsibilities

• Own Australian end-to-end monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Administer payroll system setup for remuneration and benefits.
• Run payroll reports and data checks with robust audit processes.
• Prepare payroll tax, workers’ compensation, and statutory reports.
• Manage year-end reporting and ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Respond to payroll queries with high internal customer service.
• Maintain documentation and seek continual payroll improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Customer service

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Relevant payroll qualification (preferred)

Tools

UKG Ready

Payroll Metrics

Excel

Job description

Nearmap is seeking a Payroll Officer to own Australia-end payroll processes, leveraging UKG Ready and Payroll Metrics. You will ensure accurate monthly payroll, compliance with Modern Awards and NES, and collaborate with Finance and People & Culture.

The role supports Continuous improvements to payroll systems and processes, with hybrid working options and a focus on employee experience.