• 3–6 month temporary assignment (with potential to extend)
• Competitive hourly rate – equivalent of $160k–$190k + super (depending on experience)
• Immediate start | CBD location | Office-based with some flexibility

A large, highly regulated organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Operations / Remediation Manager to provide hands-on leadership during a period of change. This role will play a key part in maintaining payroll continuity, supporting remediation activity and coordinating day-to-day operations across a large, complex payroll team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong payroll operations leader who is calm under pressure, highly organised and comfortable working in complex, large payroll environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide payroll operations leadership during a transitional period, overseeing a team of 20+ people.
• Coordinate payroll activity across multiple teams and levels
• Support payroll coordinators with day-to-day processing and issue resolution
• Manage stakeholder relationships across a large, complex organisation
• Oversee payroll operations within a highly regulated environment
• Support remediation activities and operational improvements
• Work closely with systems and payroll teams to ensure continuity and accuracy

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven payroll operations management experience within large, complex organisations
• Experience in payroll remediation or compliance environments highly regarded
• Must have minimum of 5+ years experience in a Payroll Management position leading a large team.
• Strong SAP payroll experience is highly regarded
• Highly organised with excellent time management and people leadership skills
• Calm, controlled and operationally strong, particularly during periods of change
• Confident communicator, able to manage stakeholders and sensitive matters

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate –equivalent of $160k–$190k + super (depending on experience)
• CBD location, close to public transport & parking on-site
• Some flexibility across the working week (WFH considered on selected days)
• Opportunity to lead and influence payroll operations during a critical phase
• Work within a large, established payroll function supported by dedicated systems and ops teams
• Initial 3–6 month assignment with scope to extend & potential to go perm for the right candidate.
• Excellent additional annual leave benefits 

How to Apply
Click the link below to apply online. For a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Armstrong at sarmstrong@sharpandcarter.com.au.