MARS Recruitment is partnering with a Perth-based business to recruit a Payroll Team Lead to join a small, collaborative payroll function.

This is a hands-on lead role suited to an experienced Senior Payroll Officer looking to take the next step, while remaining closely involved in the end-to-end payroll process.

The Opportunity

Working within a team of four, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day payroll process, provide guidance to the wider team and help ensure payroll is delivered accurately and on time.

This isn't a traditional people-management role. Instead, you'll be the go-to person within the team - getting involved in the detail, supporting Payroll Officers and helping improve processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Run and coordinate end-to-end payroll processing
• Manage weekly and monthly payroll cycles
• Review payroll data, employee changes and payroll adjustments
• Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, superannuation, PAYG and leave
• Act as a point of escalation for payroll queries
• Support and upskill Payroll Officers
• Help manage workflow, priorities and payroll deadlines
• Maintain strong payroll processes and compliance
• Contribute to ongoing payroll process and system improvements
• Work closely with the Payroll Manager and wider business

About You

We're looking for someone with strong end-to-end payroll experience who enjoys being hands-on and supporting those around them.

You'll ideally have:

• Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience
• Experience across weekly and/or monthly payroll cycles
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and legislation
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines
• Confidence supporting and developing less experienced team members
• A respectful, approachable and collaborative communication style

What's on Offer?

• $110,000 - $130,000 + super, depending on experence
• Full-time, permanent position
• Perth-based
• Up to 2 days WFH per week
• Flexible start and finish times

If this sounds like the right next step for you, apply today.