About the Company:
We’re partnering with a well-established Melbourne-based company with a strong national presence and a reputation for doing things well. With a friendly, collaborative culture, they’re looking for an experienced Payroll Operations Manager to oversee payroll across Australia, working closely with Finance and People & Culture teams. 

Culture and Benefits:
• Supportive leadership within a well-structured, high-performing team
• Clear opportunities for career growth within a stable national business
• Flexible hybrid work model

About the Role:
In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing the full payroll operation of a workforce over 2000, making sure everything runs smoothly, accurately, and on time across the national workforce. You’ll lead a capable team, balancing hands-on management with bigger-picture planning, while working with key internal teams to keep improving how payroll is delivered and experienced by employees.

Duties:
• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Lead and support the payroll team, encouraging collaboration and continuous improvement
• Stay across Australian payroll legislation, awards, and taxation requirements
• Work closely with Finance and People & Culture on reporting, budgeting, and audits
• Identify opportunities to make payroll processes more efficient and effective
• Prepare payroll reports and insights for senior leaders
• Provide expert payroll advice and handle escalated queries

Skills and Experience:
• Solid experience managing payroll in a medium to large, multi-state organisation
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll laws, modern awards, and compliance
• Experience leading or mentoring a payroll team
• Great attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear communicator who can work well with stakeholders at all levels
• Proven ability to drive improvements and manage change

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If this sounds like a good fit, APPLY NOW! For a confidential chat, contact Emma at TwoScots Recruitment on 0400 802 559.