Senior Payroll & Accounts Specialist - ASX Mining

Michael Page; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is helping an ASX-listed mining and resources organisation recruit a payroll leader. You will own end-to-end payroll processing, ensure compliance, and drive improvements as the function moves from outsourced to in-house.

Join a high-growth, people-first culture with leadership support and opportunities to shape payroll operations for the future across monthly and ad hoc pay runs.

Qualifications

• End-to-end payroll experience in a complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards, superannuation, PAYG and payroll tax.
• Experience across payroll, accounts, or finance administration.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong systems capability and a track record of improving processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including monthly and ad hoc pay runs.
• Maintain payroll data, employee records, leave balances, and payroll reporting.
• Process onboarding, offboarding, and termination payments.
• Respond to payroll enquiries and liaise with payroll providers.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Work, Superannuation, PAYG, Payroll Tax, and related legislation.
• Support the transition from outsourced to in-house payroll operations.
• Drive efficiency improvements across payroll, finance and administration functions.
• Assist with the implementation of new systems, tools and processes.
• Provide support across the broader finance team during busy periods and project activity.

Job description

Take ownership of a business-critical payroll function and play a key role in shaping how it operates for the future. Join a high-growth ASX-listed resources organisation where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact while being part of a collaborative, people-first culture.

Client Details

Our client is a high-growth ASX-listed mining and resources organisation experiencing significant expansion across its operations. With a strong balance sheet, ambitious growth plans, and a highly regarded leadership team, the business has established itself as an employer of choice within the sector.

The organisation is renowned for its fantastic workplace culture, high levels of employee engagement, and outstanding staff retention rates. As the business continues to scale, they are investing in strengthening internal capabilities, including transitioning elements of their payroll function from an outsourced model to an internally managed solution.

Description

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including monthly and ad hoc pay runs.
• Maintain payroll data, employee records, leave balances, and payroll reporting.
• Process onboarding, offboarding, and termination payments.
• Respond to payroll and leave enquiries and liaise with payroll providers.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Work, Superannuation, PAYG, Payroll Tax, and related legislation.
• Support the transition from outsourced to in-house payroll operations
• Support payroll audits and compliance reviews.
• Identify and implement payroll process improvements and control enhancements.
• Raise purchase orders and support procurement processes.
• Maintain supplier, contract, and fixed asset records.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Drive efficiency improvements across payroll, finance, and administration functions.
• Assist with the implementation of new systems, tools, and processes.
• Provide support across the broader finance team during busy periods and project activity.
  

Profile

• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a complex environment.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, awards, superannuation, PAYG, and payroll tax requirements.
• Experience working across payroll, accounts, or finance administration functions.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong systems capability and confidence improving processes and workflows.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing ASX-listed mining business.
• Genuine ownership of an evolving payroll function.
• Chance to lead the transition from outsourced to in-house payroll.
• Outstanding workplace culture and leadership team.
• Strong job stability, career growth, and long-term development opportunities.
• Competitive salary package and flexible working arrangements