Payroll Team Leader

Job title : Payroll Team Leader
Location : Victoria
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : SA4423
  • $110,000- $120,000 + super + bonus
  • Inner city suburbs – 1 day WFH
  • A household name with great staff discounts!
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Team Lead to join a well-known, fast-growing business with operations across Australia and New Zealand. This role will see you leading a small payroll team while overseeing the delivery of accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll services in a high-volume environment. Their vibrant & modern office is based in the inner-city suburbs, with flexibility to WFH 1 day a week as well as additional leave entitlements & excellent staff discounts!

The Opportunity
In this role, you’ll take charge of the payroll function, guiding your team to meet deadlines, maintain compliance, and deliver exceptional service to the business. You’ll be hands-on in processing, while also focusing on team leadership, reporting, and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead a small payroll team, providing coaching, support, and regular performance feedback
  • Oversee payroll operations for both Australia and New Zealand, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legislation
  • Monitor and interpret awards, enterprise agreements, and leave entitlements
  • Prepare and review payroll reports, reconciliations, and journal entries for month-end and year-end cycles
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to identify efficiencies and streamline workflows
  • Contribute to payroll-related projects and system enhancements
About You
  • Proven experience managing or supervising payroll in a large, multi-site business
  • Strong knowledge of Australian and New Zealand payroll requirements, including award interpretation
  • Skilled in payroll reporting, reconciliations, and problem-solving
  • Familiarity with large payroll systems
  • Confident communicator with a collaborative, hands-on leadership style.
What’s on Offer
  • $110,000- $120,000 + super + bonus
  • Up to half price discounts on their products!
  • Hybrid work model – 1 day from home
  • Additional annual leave benefits!
  • Work in a modern, supportive, and high-energy environment
Click the link below to apply online. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Armstrong at sarmstrong@sharpandcarter.com.au