ROLE PURPOSE

Are you a seasoned payroll professional ready to make an immediate impact? Join IDP’s People Experience Team in a dynamic short-term assignment as our Payroll Experience Manager based in Melbourne, overseeing end-to-end payroll operations across Australia and New Zealand.
This role offers a unique opportunity to lead payroll delivery, ensure compliance with statutory obligations, and enhance employee experience through expert stakeholder management. If you’re confident in your knowledge of AU/NZ payroll legislation and thrive in fast-paced environments, we’d love to hear from you.
This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working both remotely and from our Melbourne office

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• End-to-End Payroll Execution- Lead the payroll function ensuring accurate, timely payments aligned with Awards, EBAs, employment contracts, and statutory obligations.
• Financial Integrity- Oversee payroll journals, accruals, and reconciliations, ensuring financial accuracy and audit readiness.
• Stakeholder Engagement- Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries across IDP AU & NZ, delivering responsive and informed support.

This role calls for a seasoned payroll professional with a strategic mindset, operational rigor, and a passion for compliance and continuous improvement.

• Well versed in PAYG, FBT, Payroll Tax, and Superannuation regulations across Australia and New Zealand.
• Strong working knowledge of Awards and Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs).
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems, time & attendance platforms, and/or HRIS.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex payroll operations for both Australia and New Zealand