We're seeking a Payroll Team Lead with expertise in payroll, EA, and award interpretation. In this 12-month fixed-term contract, you'll lead and mentor a high-performing team, oversee end-to-end payroll operations, and drive process improvements with a proactive, solutions-focused approach. Hybrid work model available. The role: Lead and support a high-performing team Process and oversee weekly and monthly payroll Ensure compliance with Enterprise Agreements, awards, and payroll regulations Resolve complex payroll issues and support audits Drive process improvements and automation Support the Payroll Manager Collaborate with HR, finance, and department managers Your profile: Extensive payroll expertise with proven mentoring and leadership experience Deep understanding of payroll compliance, accounting principles, and regulations Strong experience in financial system integration and internal controls Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills This is a hybrid position. By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.