payroll supervisor.

We are partnering with a large global powerhouse operating hundreds of locations across Australia. Known for their busy, high-volume environment and flexible workplace culture, they are looking for a proactive Payroll Supervisor to join their team in Mascot.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working model alongside convenient on-site parking. It is the perfect blend for a senior processor or team lead who enjoys being hands-on with processing while supporting, mentoring, and upskilling a busy team.

The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives in an evolving landscape and is eager to quickly master complex enterprise systems and process enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Payroll Manager in overseeing national end-to-end weekly, fortnightly, and monthly pay runs for over 5,000 employees across retail, corporate, and logistics.
• Maintain a hands-on approach with daily processing, including data entry, master file changes, leave applications, terminations, and ad-hoc pay runs.
• Interpret and ensure strict compliance across the Award and complex Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA).
• Serve as an escalation point for payroll queries, maintaining a strong, customer-focused approach.
• Take ownership of month-end reporting, general ledger journals, and reconciliations for PAYG, payroll tax, superannuation, and workers' compensation.
• Drive new payroll procedure documentation, and assist with periodic system audits.
• Mentor and share technical knowledge to support the professional growth of your payroll colleagues.

What we are looking for

• Proven hands-on experience handling high-volume, transactional payroll within a large, busy organisation.
• Strong technical capability in interpreting complex EBAs and Modern Awards with an up-to-date knowledge of Australian payroll legislation.
• Experience or strong familiarity with modern systems such as Workday, UKG Dimensions, or Sage Micropay is highly desirable.
• A quick learning capacity and growth mindset, eager to take on feedback, absorb new processes rapidly, and adapt to evolving business software.
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong numerical analytical skills, and excellent communication.

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