About the Role

We are seeking a Payroll Operations Specialist to join our ANZ Payroll team. Reporting to the Payroll Manager and supporting two Payroll Officers, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across the Johnson Controls group.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day payroll operational support for ANZ, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Maintain and update payroll process documentation, checklists, and calendars.
• Ensure all statutory and non-statutory payments are processed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain data integrity within payroll systems and ensure compliance with country-specific requirements.
• Administer payroll processes, including data collection, calculation, and entry.
• Prepare summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, insurance, and non-taxable wages.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and perform reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end payroll processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of Single Touch Payroll / Pay Day Filing.
• Manage payroll and employee master file records.
• Liaise with third-party vendors to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Respond promptly and professionally to employee payroll queries.
• Assist with payroll system migration projects and other ad-hoc tasks.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Payroll or HR Operations
• Strong knowledge of interpreting Awards and EBAs
• Experience with payroll systems such as Chris21, Ramco, Workday, or MS CRM Dynamics
• Background in unionized environments
• Payroll certification preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Business, or related field
• High attention to detail, strong time management, and excellent communication skills
• Professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• Pre-employment checks (references, medical, criminal record, drug & alcohol testing) will apply.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johnson Controls is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.