Payroll Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead a payroll operations team managing end-to-end weekly, fortnightly, and monthly processing for local and international clients
• Oversee payroll service delivery to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with local rules and legislation
• Manage a portfolio of clients, providing payroll consulting services and advising on best practice frameworks
• Support clients with statutory obligations, reporting requirements, and legislative compliance
• Lead payroll consulting engagements, including preparing advisory reports on risks and process improvements
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members to support their technical and professional growth
• Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance service delivery and drive operational excellence

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in payroll operations management, ideally within a complex or outsourcing environment
• Demonstrated expertise in Australian payroll processing, including tax legislation, superannuation, and enterprise agreements
• Required experience with New Zealand payroll
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically intermediate Excel skills for reporting and analytics
• Working knowledge of large payroll systems such as Aurion, Chris21, or SAP
• Certificate IV in Payroll Administration or a Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in payroll transformation programs or payroll consulting projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid work options and flexible hours
• Generous paid parental leave and career break opportunities
• Access to health and wellbeing initiatives and learning and growth opportunities
• Retail discounts and salary packaging options

About the Company

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change, and enable growth. We pride ourselves on an inclusive, equitable culture where passionate professionals collaborate to produce meaningful and impactful work.