About the Company

We're partnering with a large, well-established organisation undergoing significant transformation across its people systems and processes. With strong leadership support and a focus on continuous improvement, they are seeking an experienced Payroll Operations Manager to lead a large, layered team and drive operational improvements.

Culture and Benefits

• Melbourne CBD location with flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary package + additional benefits
• Supportive and progressive leadership team

About the Role

As Payroll Operations Manager, you'll oversee a large, complex payroll function, leading Payroll Team Leaders and senior payroll professionals.

With a focus on people leadership, governance and continuous improvement, you'll ensure accurate and compliant payroll delivery while playing a key role in systems transformation and process improvements.

Duties:

• Lead, mentor and develop a large, layered payroll team
• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery
• Build capability and accountability across Payroll Team Leaders and their teams
• Ensure compliance with Awards, EBAs, legislation and statutory obligations
• Strengthen payroll governance, risk management and internal controls
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery
• Partner with People & Culture, Finance and Technology on strategic initiatives
• Support payroll system implementations, enhancements and broader transformation
• Manage complex payroll matters and provide technical guidance
• Use reporting and data to monitor performance and drive improvements

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience leading large payroll functions within complex organisations
• Experience managing large, layered teams, including Payroll Team Leaders
• Strong end-to-end payroll knowledge, including Awards, EBAs and legislation
• Experience leading payroll governance, compliance and risk management initiatives
• Demonstrated involvement in payroll systems transformation and process improvement
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to balance operational delivery with broader strategic priorities
• SAP SuccessFactors or similar large-scale payroll systems experience highly regarded

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If you're an experienced payroll manager, APPLY NOW. Contact Emma at TwoScots Recruitment – 0400 802 550 / emma@twoscotsrecruitment.com.au