Senior Payroll Specialist - EVT Head Office

EVT Group

Sydney

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

EVT Group is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll for Australia and New Zealand weekly employees and corporate entities. You will ensure accurate, on-time payroll delivery in compliance with local laws and corporate requirements, acting as a subject matter expert in Dayforce and collaborating with HRIS, Recruitment, and Finance.

You will mentor Payroll Officers, lead process improvements, and support audits while safeguarding data integrity and security across the

Qualifications

4–6 years of experience in end-to-end Australian payroll.
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation (Fair Work, PAYG, STP, superannuation).
Advanced experience with payroll systems (Dayforce preferred).
Experience with employee lifecycle management in HRIS or recruitment systems.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end Australia, New Zealand and corporate payroll processes with inputs, validations, approvals, and reconciliations.
Perform payroll reviews and sign-off, ensuring compliance with legislation and policies.
Mentor Payroll Officers and drive process improvements and automation.

Skills

Australian payroll

Legislation compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Audit readiness

Tools

Dayforce

Excel

HRIS

Job description

About EVT

At EVT we believe in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.

As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award‑winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.

Position Overview

The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing the end‑to‑end payroll process for Australia, New Zealand weekly employees and all corporate entities across the EVT Group. This role ensures payroll is delivered accurately, on time, and in full compliance with Australia, New Zealand legislation and corporate requirements.

The position is a subject matter expert in payroll legislation and systems (Dayforce), providing technical expertise, reviewing payroll outputs, mentoring team members, and working closely with HRIS, Recruitment, and Finance to maintain data accuracy and integrity. The role is also key in supporting internal and external audits, ensuring full compliance and audit readiness.

Our Vision is being leaders in creating experiences and properties that escape the ordinary.
Our Purpose is to make the day better for ourselves, each other, our group, our customers and communities. We do this by living our values of empowerment, possibilities and community. We achieve our Vision and Purpose by delivering on our goals and values.

Our Goals

Growing revenue above market
Maximise assets
Business transformation

Our Values

Empowerment: We make it happen
Possibilities: We evolve and innovate
Community: We make the connection

Key Accountabilities

Manage the end‑to‑end Australia, New Zealand and corporate payroll processes, including inputs, validations, approvals, and reconciliations.
Perform first and second level payroll review and sign‑off, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and company policies.
Interpret and apply New Zealand payroll legislation (e.g., Holidays Act, KiwiSaver, PAYE, ACC) to pay outcomes, including complex entitlements and terminations.
Manage payroll lifecycle actions such as cross‑boarding, internal transfers, and rehires via the recruitment portal.
Partner with Finance to ensure payroll costs are correctly allocated to the general ledger and reconciled to supporting schedules.
Respond to and resolve complex payroll queries, providing accurate and timely information to employees, managers, auditors, and regulators.
Mentor Payroll Officers, supporting their technical development and ensuring consistency across daily processing tasks.
Lead and document process improvements, driving automation and efficiency in payroll processes.
Ensure timely and accurate processing of third‑party deductions (e.g., KiwiSaver, child support, union fees, salary sacrifice).
Maintain strict compliance with cyber security and data protection protocols, safeguarding sensitive employee data.
Support internal and external audit processes by maintaining accurate records and ensuring full transparency of payroll activities.
Maintain, improve, and champion payroll procedures, helping shape the function for the future

Skills & Experience

These are the desired skills and experience for this role:

4–6 years of experience in end‑to‑end Australian payroll
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, including Fair Work, PAYG, STP, and superannuation compliance
Advanced experience in payroll systems (Dayforce preferred)
Competency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, reconciliations)
Experience with employee lifecycle management in HRIS or recruitment systems
Confidence in interpreting awards, EAs, and policy changes
Proven ability to deliver payroll accurately and independently under tight deadlines
Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Exposure to payroll integration or process transformation projects is highly regarded

Behavioural Capabilities

Ownership & Accountability

Takes full responsibility for the quality and timeliness of payroll outcomes
Confidently owns the process and proactively addresses risks or issues

Leadership Without Title

Supports and uplifts others in the team through guidance and strong role modelling
Drives a culture of accuracy, integrity, and improvement

Agility & Resilience

Adjusts quickly to new systems, changing priorities, or urgent payroll demands
Maintains focus and quality during high‑pressure periods

Detail‑Focused & Compliance‑Driven

Meticulously checks work and ensures compliance with all legal and policy requirements
Understands the importance of data integrity and audit readiness

Collaborative & Credible

Builds trust with HR, Finance, and operational stakeholders through clear, professional communication
Balances technical accuracy with a people‑first approach

Improvement‑Oriented

Always looking for better ways to do things — and acts on them
Documents new processes and shares improvements with the wider team

Cyber‑Safe & Data Responsible

Handles all data securely, reports threats, and uses systems in accordance with IT security policy
Understands their role in protecting employee privacy

Perks from Day One

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