Senior Payroll Officer

Join a leading global innovator in the FMCG sector contributing to a company fuelled by discovery and co-creating products experienced by consumers worldwide. Our client is seeking a dedicated Senior Payroll Officer, on a permanent basis, to ensure the precision and professionalism of their payroll services across Australia and New Zealand.

About The Role

• Autonomously manage end-to-end payroll functions for approximately 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for weekly and monthly cycles.
• Accurately interpret Industrial Awards/Agreements and relevant legislation.
• Skillfully process all end-of-pay and end-of-month requirements, including general ledger reporting, reconciliations, payroll tax submission, and superannuation clearing house management.
• Confidently manage Employee Self-Service (ESS) and Time & Attendance (Kronos) systems, providing essential support to managers and employees.
• Ensure compliance with Australia and New Zealand legislative and statutory obligations through precise reporting and documentation.
• Warmly resolve payroll-related queries from across the organisation.
• Support the Financial Controller with payroll-related projects and local statutory reporting.
• Be IT savvy and adaptable to system changes; Preceda and Kronos are currently used.
  
  

About You

• At least five years’ experience in a similar Senior Payroll Officer role within a multi-faceted business, adept at handling high-volume payroll tasks.
• Demonstrated excellent understanding of ATO legislation, industrial relations, Award interpretation, and payroll system architectural design.
• Proven experience with payroll systems like Preceda and Kronos is highly desirable, coupled with an aptitude for learning new systems swiftly.
• Exceptional computer skills, particularly with MS Office Suite and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills, coupled with careful attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• A tertiary qualification in accounting or finance will be highly regarded.
• Possess full working rights in Australia.
  
  

The Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package, including a performance-based bonus scheme.
• Hybrid work model offering 3 days from home and 2 from Dandenong Office.
• Be part of a highly motivated, supportive and successful team with a great culture.
• Enjoy team building activities, including charity fundraisers, free parking, and canteen facilities on-site.
  
  

If you are an experienced Payroll Specialist with a passion for accuracy and efficiency, we invite you to apply. For any queries regarding this role or other opportunities within the payroll function, you can reach out to [email protected], or call 0483 154 427 for a confidential discussion.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.