Remote WFM & Payroll Specialist (Australia)

More Consulting; Sydney; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Payroll Experts Australia in Sydney is seeking an experienced WFM/Payroll Specialist to operate remotely. You will manage complex payroll processes, ensure compliance with awards and legislation, and collaborate with multi-client delivery teams.

The role emphasizes accuracy, data analysis, and supporting HRIS implementations, go-live activities, and continuous improvement across payroll operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years Australian payroll experience in complex environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards and compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex payroll calculations with accuracy and sound judgement.
• Experience working with Payroll, Time & Attendance, WFM or HRIS systems.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply awards and legislative requirements.
• Perform detailed reconciliations and compliance reviews.
• Analyse and transform large payroll datasets, identifying anomalies and root causes.
• Contribute to HRIS system implementations, including design and system audits.
• Partner with clients during go-live activities and system optimisations.
• Produce clear documentation, reporting and control frameworks.
• Advise stakeholders on WFM and payroll risk, compliance and process improvements.
• Collaborate with clients and delivery teams to drive high-quality outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across payroll operations and system capability.

Skills

Workforce Management

Payroll Expertise

Australian Payroll Legislation

Data Analysis

HRIS Systems

Stakeholder Engagement

Remote Collaboration

Tools

Dayforce

UKG

SAP SuccessFactors

Workday

ADP

Employment Hero

Job description

Payroll Experts Australia in Sydney is seeking an experienced WFM/Payroll Specialist to operate remotely. You will manage complex payroll processes, ensure compliance with awards and legislation, and collaborate with multi-client delivery teams.

The role emphasizes accuracy, data analysis, and supporting HRIS implementations, go-live activities, and continuous improvement across payroll operations.