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ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270

Job description

Payroll Specialist | Part-time | Competitive hourly rate

Job title : PayrollLocation : Melbourne

  • Project role to support a meaningful NFP organisation
  • 3-month temporary contract | Immediate start 
  • 25 hours part-time | 2-days onsite | CBD location

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-time Payroll Specialist who is immediately available. We’re seeking an experienced payroll professional to lead a payroll remediation project for our client who are a purpose-driven NFP organisation.

You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance and system integrity, for a payroll size of 150 employees. This is a 3-month contract role and an immediate start is preferred. 

The Challenge


Reporting to the Finance Manager your key responsibilities will include the following:

  • Leading end-to-end delivery of a payroll remediation project, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Conducting detailed analysis of historical payroll data to identify underpayments, overpayments, and system issues
  • Observing BAU activities and training team members  
  • Leading or supporting the configuration of the ELMO payroll system to align with relevant awards and enterprise agreements
  • Collaborating with Finance and key internal stakeholders 

The Expertise

Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:

  • Proven experience working on payroll remediation projects or payroll audits for 150+ employees 
  • Hands-on experience with ELMO/Employment Hero Payroll configuration
  • Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, including Fair Work compliance, Modern Awards, and enterprise agreements
  • Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret payroll data to identify and rectify discrepancies
  • Experience designing and implementing controls and process improvements within payroll systems
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and excellent communication skills 
  • Excellent documentation skills for process mapping, configuration guides, and user training materials to support BAU staff 

The Next Step 

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Rebecca Bleackley for a confidential discussion on 0492 151 826
Or alternatively please apply per the link below.

About ThompsonCook
  
ThompsonCook fosters strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We recruit for key finance function roles, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Financial Accountants, Management Accountants, Finance Managers, Financial Controllers, and Chief Financial Officers, as well as positions in Treasury, Tax, and Audit. We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions.
 
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ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270