Payroll Implementation Project Lead

Job title : Payroll Implementation Project Lead
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : Circa $50 - $80 per hour + super
Contact name : Emma Kennedy
Contact email : ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : EKW5118
  • Located in Ravenhall with work from home flexibility | Upskill your career!
  • Varied, fast paced & exciting role to automate processes | Commence ASAP!
  • Remuneration negotiable depending on experience | Initial 6 month duration

The Organisation:
Our client has been an industry leading business for 20+ years in Victoria, with exciting continual growth plans with large-scale projects on the horizon. With a commitment to excellence, the organisation has established a strong reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions across varying sectors. The business is currently looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist to play a key role and lead the implementation of a new payroll & finance system. This is an exciting newly role to improve efficiencies, and offers excellent work-life balance with hybrid working arrangements.

Position Description:  
Reporting to the CFO, your duties will include:
  • Take a lead role in the payroll and finance system implementation to automate processes
  • Identify and implement operational efficiencies where relevant
  • Conduct high level system configuration and data migration
  • Ensure accurate and timely process of payroll administration including compliance with statutory requirements
  • High-level interpretation of payroll rules from historic system to the current / new system
  • Reporting duties
  • Provide high quality customer service through accurate information and support to stakeholder enquiries
  • Train the company employees to efficiently & accurately use the new system

The Ideal Candidate:

The successful applicant will have similar proven experience in a Senior Payroll Specialist role possessing the following skills:  
  • Prior experience in playing a key role in Payroll/Finance system implementations
  • Demonstrated knowledge of a broad range of payroll functions, procedures, and processes
  • Understanding an ability to interpret numerous awards and EBAs
  • Strong attention to detail and high level communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills with an ability to manage competing priorities and work well under pressure
  • Positive attitude and an ability to hit the ground running

What's On Offer:
  • Above market remuneration in line with your experience
  • Immediate start available
  • Initial 6 month role
  • Supportive stakeholder management
  • Play a lead role in a project capacity, whereby you can upskill your career
  • Flexible working arrangements split between the office and home
  • Office located in Melbourne's West (Ravenhall) with free onsite parking

How to Apply: 
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Kennedy at ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au