Senior Payroll Officer at CGLRS

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Processing, Stakeholder Collaboration, System Improvement, Superannuation Management, Reporting, Audit Support, End-of-Year Processing, Payroll Accounting, Compliance, Workers' Compensation, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Collaboration, New Zealand Payroll Systems

Industry

Marketing Services

Description

Company Description CGL – Retail Services is the retail marketing division of the Clemenger Group. With our two market-leading brands, Creative Activation and Clemenger Field Marketing, we offer unparalleled Sales growth for our clients via merchandising, sales teams, brand promoters, store trainers, mystery shopping and auditing. Clemenger Group is an endorsed Work180 employer of choice, recognised for our commitment to helping women thrive by raising workplace standards. Job Description We are seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join our dynamic and growing team in Sydney. Based in our stunning Barangaroo (Millers Point) offices. This full-time role is ideal for a payroll professional with a passion for process improvement, innovation, and collaboration. Why Join Us? Attractive Salary Package: Total compensation of $115,000 (including superannuation) Vibrant Office Culture: Be part of a fun, dynamic workplace with an active social committee, plus a fully stocked wine and beer fridge in the office Growth Opportunities: We value your contribution and offer career growth in a collaborative and supportive environment Employment Benefits: Professional development sessions, EAP support, Birthday leave, early Friday finish and more! Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing: Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of fortnightly and monthly payrolls for both Australia and New Zealand, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to guarantee the accurate and timely submission of timesheets. System & Process Improvement: Assist in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of payroll systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Superannuation Management: Manage the setup of superannuation funds and SMSFs within our payroll system, ensuring proper configuration and maintenance. Reporting & Lodgement: Support the Payroll Manager in preparing and collating monthly superannuation reports for lodgement across all payrolls. Audit Support: Support the Payroll Manager during internal and external audit processes, ensuring accurate documentation and timely responses. End-of-Year Processing: Assist with end-of-year payroll processing, including STP reconciliation and Inland Revenue submissions. Payroll Accounting: Offer payroll accounting support to the Financial Controller as required, ensuring accurate and compliant financial records. Compliance: Ensure that payroll practices adhere to Fair Work/Award changes and other legislative updates affecting payroll. Workers' Compensation: Perform workers' compensation calculations for fortnightly and monthly employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with requirements. Ad Hoc Payroll Duties: Take on additional payroll-related tasks and projects as needed, contributing to the overall success of the payroll department. Your Skills & Experience 3+ years of payroll experience in medium to large organizations Strong understanding of complex payroll systems Familiar with interpreting Awards, and payroll-related legislation Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, IF formulas) Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Strong communication skills, both written and verbal A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders Experience with New Zealand payroll systems is highly regarded If you are an enthusiastic payroll professional with a passion for innovation and a desire to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply. *Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Responsibilities

The Senior Payroll Officer will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payrolls for Australia and New Zealand, ensuring compliance with regulations. They will also assist in payroll system improvements and support audit processes.