Senior Payroll Officer

About the Role and Company

McNab, a leading construction, development, and property group in Australia with a turnover exceeding $1 billion annually, is embarking on its next phase of expansion. We are seeking a seasoned payroll professional to join us as a Senior Payroll Officer, taking comprehensive responsibility for a high-volume payroll portfolio. At McNab, we prioritize paying our employees accurately and promptly, demonstrating our commitment to our workforce. Whether you are an established senior payroll professional or a skilled payroll officer aspiring to take on more responsibility, this position offers you a supportive environment, opportunities to enhance your technical expertise, and the chance to broaden your payroll experience through rotating annual portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of payroll processing for your designated portfolio, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage payroll activities for a large salaried employee base, including changes to employment status, leave, deductions, bonuses, and terminations.
• Perform payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and generate month-end reports.
• Ensure compliance with statutory payroll obligations such as payroll tax, superannuation, and Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting.
• Act as a primary contact for payroll-related queries from employees and managers, delivering service with care and professionalism.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with HR and other business teams to keep employee and payroll data accurate and up to date.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in payroll systems, processes, and operational practices.
• Develop versatility by cross-skilling across different payroll portfolios to support continuity within the payroll team.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll within medium to large organisations, handling significant volumes efficiently.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll laws, taxation, superannuation, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional accuracy with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong skills in payroll reconciliation, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Effective workload organization and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient usage of payroll systems, employee data management, and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication with a service-oriented approach towards addressing payroll inquiries.
• A proactive attitude toward process improvement and operational excellence.
• A collaborative team player eager to cross-train and support colleagues.

Benefits and Culture

• Additional leave entitlements including birthday leave and options to buy back leave.
• Competitive and flexible parental leave programs accessible without employment tenure restrictions.
• Annual allowances supporting health, fitness, and uniform needs.
• Rewarding employee referral schemes with bonuses.
• Access to comprehensive wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program covering financial, fitness, and mental health support.
• Opportunities for internal professional development through customized training.
• Participation in social events, recognition, and awards fostering company culture.

Joining McNab means becoming part of a company that values genuine care for its staff and emphasizes delivering certainty and excellence. This is an excellent chance to advance your career in payroll within a reputable and progressive organisation.