Payroll Lead

Job title : Payroll Lead
Location : Queensland
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Aleah Borgas
Job reference : 16981142
The opportunity 

Sharp & Carter are partnering with a leading organisation based in the heart of Brisbane CBD to recruit an experienced Payroll Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong market presence and a collaborative, high-performing finance team.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function while leading and mangaging a small payroll team. This role is ideal for a hands-on payroll professional who enjoys both operational delivery and driving process improvements.

About the role
  • Lead and manage the end-to-end payroll process across a weekly cycle
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements
  • Oversee payroll tax, superannuation, and statutory reporting obligations
  • Manage reconciliations, month-end reporting, and audit requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across payroll systems and processes
  • Act as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries and escalations
About you
  • Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance
  • Previous team leadership or mentoring experience
  • High attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills and ability to liaise across multiple stakeholders
  • Experience with large payroll systems (e.g. Chris21, MicroPay, Workday or similar) highly regarded
What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary package
  • CBD location with excellent transport links
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
  • Opportunity to make an impact and improve payroll processes
  • Flexible working arrangements
How to apply

Sharp & Carter often have a range of positions available that may not yet be advertised. If you feel this opportunity is interesting yet not quite right, then we recommend still submitting an application or sending your CV directly to the email address below. That way we can contact you to find out more about your career goals and aspirations and we will ensure you stay updated and aware of exciting new vacancies in the market.

For more information about this opportunity, please call Antonia Waldron or Aleah Borgas for a confidential discussion on the details below.

Antonia Waldron
Awaldron@sharpandcarter.com.au
0491 257 346

Aleah Borgas
ABorgas@sharpandcarter.com.au
0488 159 430