About the Company
A well-established organisation operating across multiple branches is seeking an experienced Payroll Team Leader to join their Melbourne-based team. This is an opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership role within a high-volume payroll environment supporting a diverse workforce.
About the Role
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, this role combines team leadership with hands-on payroll responsibility. You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple branches while leading and developing a small team of Payroll Officers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating and processing end-to-end payroll activities
- Managing timesheet entry, payroll runs and branch invoicing
- Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and regulatory reporting
- Assisting with end-of-period reconciliations and superannuation administration
- Managing workloads, training and developing direct reports
- Acting as escalation point for complex payroll queries
- Supporting the Payroll Manager as required
This is a fast-paced role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
About You
You bring 3–5 years’ payroll experience, including independently running payroll, and have demonstrated experience mentoring or leading others within a payroll function.
You will also bring:
- Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
- Excellent numerical and reconciliation skills
- High attention to detail and strong time management
- A proactive, service-focused approach
- Confidence managing team workflow and deadlines
The Benefits
- Senior payroll leadership opportunity
- Hands-on role with team management responsibility
- Exposure across multiple branches and payroll processes
- Stable organisation with long-term growth potential
Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Chantelle Flood on chantelle.flood@davidsonwp.com, quoting reference JN -012026-42288. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com
