Payroll Manager – 6 month FTC

Payroll Manager – 6 month FTC

Posted January 14, 2026

About the Company

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a leading organisation on a 6 month fixed term contract. This role will lead a small payroll team processing payroll for a medium volume workforce, within a well established and values driven business.

Culture and Benefits

  • Join a stable, well respected organisation with a strong people first culture

  • Competitive fixed term salary package

  • Great work from home flexibility
  • High visibility role partnering closely with senior stakeholders

About the Role

You will take ownership of day to day payroll operations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and support to two direct reports

  • Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing

  • Conduct payroll audits and maintain data integrity

  • Interpret and apply complex Awards and EBAs

  • Ensure compliance with superannuation, taxation, and legislative requirements

  • Partner with internal stakeholders to support effective payroll outcomes

Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience in payroll leadership, including managing a small team

  • Strong end toend payroll experience within a medium to large organisation

  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical skills

  • Solid knowledge of employment legislation, Awards, and EBAs

  • Ability to work autonomously while collaborating across cross-functional teams

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Apply

If you are a hands on Payroll Manager available for an immediate start, please APPLY NOW, or contact Skye on 0410 602 246 for further details.

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