Payroll Team Lead

Job title : Payroll Team Lead
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : Attractive hourly rate
Contact name : Chris Belegrinos
Contact email : cbelegrinos@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 394780
  • Leading a team of 9
  • Permanent role
  • 1 day in the office (CBD location) and 4 days from home
About our client

Our client is a leading and established Not-For-Profit organisation who support a large cohort across the education sector.  They are currently looking for a talented Payroll Team Lead to join their high performing and supportive team.


Responsibilities 

Reporting to the Group Payroll Manager and overseeing a team of 9, :
  • Lead and manage payroll teams to ensure accurate, timely processing of fortnightly payroll for client schools.
  • Oversee compliance with payroll policies, statutory requirements, and legislative obligations (PAYG, Superannuation, Workcover, Salary Packaging, STP).
  • Manage payroll team resources, skill development, and training to support operational needs.
  • Foster a high-performance team through coaching, motivation, and knowledge-sharing.
  • Ensure high-quality customer service, handling escalations efficiently and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
  • Drive continuous improvement in payroll processes, internal controls, and data management.
  • Provide expert advice and guidance on payroll management, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Interpret complex legislation and payroll agreements to ensure accuracy in payroll operations.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance payroll systems and workflows.
  • Perform other duties as required within the scope of the role.

The successful applicant will have
  • Extensive payroll processing experience in large, complex teams undergoing change.
  • Proven leadership skills, with experience managing payroll teams to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Strong continuous improvement mindset, with expertise in payroll systems and process optimisation.
  • Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities, with a solution-focused
    approach.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in payroll calculations and entitlements.
  • Ability to interpret and apply enterprise bargaining agreements (EBA) at an operational
    level.
  • Strong innovation and operational excellence in payroll service delivery.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

To discuss the role further, please contact Chris at cbelegrinos@sharpandcarter.com.au