About the Company
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a leading organisation in the agriculture sector. Known for innovation and excellence across APAC, this business employs over 800 people and is well regarded for its values-driven culture and strong people-first approach. With Dayforce already implemented as their HRIS, this role will lead the transition of payroll operations onto the Dayforce platform, before moving into a permanent leadership role within the team.
Culture and Benefits
- Be a key driver in a major systems transition
- Long-term career opportunity with a stable and well-respected organisation
- Competitive salary package
About the Role
Reporting into the Head of People, and working closely with the wider People Team, this Payroll Manager position offers a unique blend of project work and ongoing operational leadership. Your initial focus will be overseeing the successful migration of payroll onto the Dayforce platform, supported by the incumbent Payroll Manager. Once implemented, you will take ownership of end-to-end payroll operations and lead a team of two, embedding continuous improvement initiatives across the function.
Key Responsibilities
- Project manage the transition of payroll processing to Dayforce
- Collaborate with HR and IT to align payroll with existing HRIS functions
- Manage and mentor two direct reports, supporting their development and performance
- Deliver accurate, timely, and compliant end-to-end payroll processing
- Conduct audits and ensure data integrity during and after transition
- Interpret and apply complex EBAs and Awards
- Ensure compliance with superannuation, tax, and legislative requirements
- Partner with internal stakeholders across the APAC region to support business needs
Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in payroll leadership, including managing a small team
- Strong experience in end-to-end payroll within a medium-to-large organisation
- Previous involvement in payroll system transitions, preferably to Dayforce
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
- Deep knowledge of employment legislation, awards, and EBAs
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Apply
If you're a strategic, adaptable payroll professional looking to take the lead on a high-impact project and grow into a long-term leadership role, we want to hear from you. Please APPLY NOW to be considered.
Alternatively, contact Emma at TwoScots Recruitment on 0400 802 559 for a confidential discussion.