Payroll Specialist | Geelong

Job title : Payroll Specialist | Geelong
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $100,000 - $110,000 + super
Contact name : Emma Kennedy
Contact email : ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : EKG1278
  • Located in Geelong with flexibility to work from home | Commence ASAP!
  • Attractive salary dependent on experience | $100,000 - $110,000 + super
  • Play a key role in a project capacity, whereby you can enhance your career
  • Work for a leading business during an exciting growth period | Join a supportive & knowledgeable team
  
The Organisation:
Our client in one of Australia’s market leaders in a rapidly growing industry. Due to the growth and success of the company, the business is currently looking for a Payroll Specialist to play a key role and assist with the implementation of a new time & attendance system, as well as integration of business operations. The company has a dynamic culture and offers excellent staff benefits and work-life balance. Most people enjoy working in this team because of the support, and development offered by the company and peers. This is an exciting challenge for a motivated individual to join their collaborative team as soon as possible, on a long term basis.

Position Description:  
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, your duties will include:
  • Assist the Payroll Manager and relevant key project stakeholders in the payroll/T&A system implementation
  • Facilitate change and configuration enhancements, user acceptance testing, effectively plan and manage communication changes to impacted stakeholder
  • Configure, maintain and customise the payroll systems to meet the company’s payroll, finance and legislative requirements
  • Provide high quality customer service through accurate information and support to stakeholder enquiries
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives in payroll processes and systems, supporting the delivery of on-time, accurate pay outcomes
  • Train the company employees to efficiently & accurately use the new system
  • Reporting duties
  • Assist with the accurate and timely processing of company payroll when required 

The Ideal Candidate:

The successful applicant will have similar proven experience in a Payroll role as well as possessing:  
  • Prior experience in playing a key role in Payroll/T&A system implementations
  • At least 5 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll processing
  • Demonstrated knowledge of a broad range of payroll functions, procedures, and processes
  • Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail
  • High level communication skills and a reliable attitude
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent time management skills

Additional Benefits:
  • Start immediately / as soon as you're able!
  • Exciting opportunity to be part of this companies' transformational journey
  • Flexible working arrangements split between the office (in Geelong) and home
  • Join a reputable & industry leading business, with excellent training provided
  • Attractive salary $100,000 - $110,000 + super (experience dependent)
  • Play a key role in a project capacity, whereby you can upskill your career
  • Fixed term contract role for 12 months initially (and possible extension)

How to Apply: 
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Kennedy at ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au