The Payroll Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll processes to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee salaries, benefits, and deductions while complying with relevant laws and regulations.
The role will handle various aspects of the payroll management system, including salary calculations, tax deductions, benefits administration, and statutory compliance.
The role will also maintain employee records, generate payroll reports, and ensure confidentiality.
About you
Commencing late September – early October, you will report to the Chief Financial Officer within our finance team.
You will lead and inspire the payroll team, driving transformation and excellence in payroll operations.
Your role will be pivotal in mentoring, training, and developing your team to ensure the precise and timely calculation of employee payments within a complex and dynamic environment.
You will also be responsible for fostering robust internal and external client relationships, collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver exceptional payroll services and support the achievement of strategic business objectives.
Your leadership will be key in navigating challenges and enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our payroll function.
Day to day you will:
Ensure payroll operations are timely, efficient, accurate, and compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements across a large and complex environment.
Develop and maintain payroll schedules and service levels that focus on business needs and the employee experience.
Ensure all correspondence and payroll data is treated in the strictest confidence.
Ensure all reports and statistics are accurate and completed and distributed within designated deadlines.
Manage and prioritise escalations with key internal/external stakeholders.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and partner with key internal stakeholders such as People and Learning, Workforce Development, and Information Technology to deliver transformation projects.
People leader responsibilities:
Provide leadership, support, and guidance to a small team regarding payroll matters.
Implement innovative and strategic payroll initiatives that align with team goals and improve payroll efficiency.
Lead the Payroll team, fostering an environment that recognises teamwork, strengthens the team, and its contribution to the business.
Manage individual's performance, development, and growth.
Drive staff training, including exposing the team to various EBAs, agreements, and pay cycles.
Partner closely with the People and Learning Team to enable a positive and seamless employee experience.
Why work with us?
Carpentaria employs evidence-based practice, with research driving continual innovation and growth.
Staff have access to comprehensive training and skill development as well as regular upskilling opportunities and ongoing specialist disability training, including positive behaviour support, person-centred active support, and risk management.
We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional net salary) 5 weeks annual leave per year + 17.5% leave loading Flexible work options Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sit-stand workstations with dual screens Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!
How to apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our team via the apply button.
Applications close 14 September 2024.
We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and fairness and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all abilities, the LGBTQ+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Please note that a secondment opportunity may be available for the preferred candidate.
For questions or to have a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Director People and Learning on 08 8920 9494, or at
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