Payroll Manager - StandalonePayrollSydneyPermanent / Full TimeJob DescriptionThe company: Appreciating Payroll has partnered exclusively with a high-achieving private education provider based on Sydney's lower North Shore. As part of a global family, Sydney employs circa 400 - 500 staff, covering both permanent & casual staff working across several campuses. Operating with growth in mind, a newly created position for a standalone Payroll Manager is now available.The role: Reporting into a very supportive, yet hands-off HR Manager, as Payroll Manager, your role will comprise two main components: BAU & Process improvements.B.A.U.Payroll Management:Process fortnightly and monthly payrolls for permanent, fixed-term, and casual staff across multiple campuses.Manage third-party payments, including superannuation, payroll tax, and statutory deductions.Maintain detailed employee records, covering new hires, terminations, and status changes.Awards & Enterprise Agreements (EAs):Accurately interpret and apply 2 Awards and EAs, ensuring correct pay calculations and compliance.Provide advice and guidance to internal teams on Award and EA provisions, identifying potential risks or areas for improvement.Compliance & Reporting:Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation, including taxation, superannuation, and reporting obligations.Conduct regular payroll audits to ensure adherence to legislation, Awards, and EAs.Prepare payroll journals, reconciliations, and reports, delivering accurate data to the Finance team.Develop and maintain internal controls to minimise risks associated with payroll activities.Systems & Technology:Own the payroll system, working with IT and the vendor to ensure optimal functionality and compliance.Address system issues promptly and propose enhancements to improve performance.Maintain seamless integration of payroll data with HRIS and financial systems.Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:Act as the primary contact for payroll-related enquiries, managing the payroll inbox and providing clear, timely communication to all stakeholders.Work closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth data flow and accurate reporting.Collaborate with the New Zealand Payroll Manager to provide support and backup when needed.Projects:Process Improvement:Identify gaps or inefficiencies in current payroll processes, implement effective and scalable solutions.Standardise payroll procedures to ensure consistency, accuracy, and operational efficiency. Also influence stakeholders & department Heads to adopt and share improved Payroll processes and technology wherever possible.The candidate: We are looking for an experienced Payroll professional, ideally with previous standalone or true end-to-end payroll skills, who is happy running a Payroll whilst also adding value through various procedural improvements. It is important you possess exceptional communication skills, along with strong stakeholder management skills & experience.The offer: On offer for the successful candidate is a salary up to $130k + Super, a 3/2 office/ home hybrid working week, a highly supportive boss, plus a genuinely warm and supportive company culture.If you are keen to apply, please forward your resume to Marcus Stubbs at Appreciating Payroll using the links below, I look forward to hearing from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr