Senior Payroll Analyst

Sydney | 9 month FTC, chance to go perm

MARS Recruitment is partnering with a high-performing ASX-listed financial services organisation seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to join its Finance team.
This is a hands-on role combining payroll operations, systems administration and process improvement. You'll take ownership of payroll delivery while acting as a key systems SME, partnering with Finance and People & Culture teams to ensure payroll remains accurate, compliant and efficient.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Finance team, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll operations across Australia and New Zealand while driving payroll system optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing across Australia and New Zealand.
• Oversee employee onboarding, payroll setup, maintenance and terminations.
• Process payroll journals, superannuation, payroll tax, leave entitlements and statutory compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Modern Awards, employment legislation, Fair Work obligations and payroll regulations.
• Act as the key user for payroll and HRIS platforms, supporting system enhancements and ongoing optimisation.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve payroll efficiency.
• Develop and maintain payroll procedures, controls and process documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders.
• Partner closely with Finance and People & Culture teams to improve payroll processes and reporting.
• Support payroll projects, system upgrades and business change initiatives.

About You
To be successful, you will bring:

• 5+ years' experience in end-to-end payroll within a medium to large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, STP reporting, payroll tax, superannuation, Awards and EBAs.
• Experience using ADP Payforce, Employment Hero or similar payroll and HRIS platforms.
• Demonstrated experience improving payroll processes, workflows and systems.
• Strong analytical and system skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and identify efficiencies.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and accountability.
• A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

What's On Offer

• Join a reputable ASX-listed financial services business.
• Hybrid working environment.
• High degree of ownership and autonomy.
• Opportunity to influence payroll systems, processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborative and supportive culture.
• Competitive salary package and long-term career opportunities.

If you're an experienced payroll professional who enjoys combining payroll expertise with systems, process improvement and stakeholder engagement, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact MARS Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

liam.riley@marsrecruitment.com.au