Senior Payroll Governance Specialist

Job title : Senior Payroll Governance Specialist
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $105-115k + super
Contact name : Jacob Collins
Contact email : jcollins@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : JC - 1674923
The Organisation
A leading Australian FMCG business who operate globally with a diverse portfolio of premium and luxury brands. The business focuses on sourcing high-quality ingredients and applying consistent standards of craftsmanship, sustainability, and innovation throughout its production process. Its strategy emphasizes brand differentiation, premiumisation, and responsible growth, allowing it to adapt to changing consumer preferences while maintaining a reputation for quality and reliability across its product range. 

The Opportunity
Our client are looking to hire a Senior Payroll Governance Specialist to the business who will be the key point of contact within the payroll team for payroll escalations and complex queries. 

Job Responsibilities
  • Drive payroll governance and compliance to support identification and resolution of payroll risks and issues, supporting the delivery of on-time, accurate pay outcomes.
  • Process payroll reconciliations, including but not limited to, Payroll Tax, Superannuation, and audit requirements.
  • Working closely with the Payroll Manager to review payroll processes and provide input/recommendations for continuous improvement
  • Oversee month end and year end payroll processes
Ideal Candidate
  • Previous experience in payroll at a senior level 
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Effective time management & organisational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively within a team environment
What's on Offer
  • Flexible working arrangements | 3 days office / 2 from home
  • Work for a globally recognized business 
  • Awesome workplace culture with numerous events, activations etc. throughout the year 
  • Attractive employee discounts on their product range 
  • Work hard, play hard environment 
To discuss the role further, please contact Jacob at jcollins@sharpandcarter.com.au