GM Payroll Fixed Term

GM – Payroll

12-Month Fixed Term (with possible extension)

Location- Coomera- QLD

We are seeking an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for our Southern Region. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant and timely payroll delivery across a complex workforce.

Reporting to the Head of Payroll and leading a team of Payroll Officers, you will play a critical role in maintaining payroll integrity, strengthening controls and providing expert support on complex payroll matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for the Southern Region
• Process and manage monthly salary and wage payrolls accurately and on time
• Ensure full compliance with legislative requirements, Awards and Enterprise Agreements
• Act as the first point of escalation for complex payroll queries
• Lead, coach and develop a team of Payroll Officers
• Prepare reconciliations and statutory payments including PAYG, superannuation and payroll tax
• Produce accurate weekly and monthly payroll reporting
• Drive continuous improvement across payroll systems, processes and controls
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

About You

• Demonstrated experience managing full-function payroll in a complex environment
• Proven experience overseeing large payrolls (1000+ employees) across multiple Awards/EBA’s
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Highly resilient with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capability
• Confident managing escalations and complex payroll matters
• Advanced reporting and reconciliation capability
• iChris system knowledge highly is essential
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Join Us

• Key leadership role with high organisational visibility
• Supportive and values-driven culture
• Opportunity to drive payroll improvement initiatives
• Melbourne-based role
• 12-month fixed term with potential for extension

If you are a hands-on payroll leader who thrives in a complex environment and enjoys driving accuracy, compliance and team performance, we would love to hear from you.