An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Professional to lead a critical payroll remediation project within a large and complex organisation. This is a highly confidential engagement focused on reviewing historical payroll data, identifying potential underpayments, assessing risks, and supporting the organisation through a structured remediation process. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will take ownership of the project, provide regular reporting and updates to executive leadership, and ensure all findings, assumptions, and outcomes are thoroughly documented.
Your new role
- Lead a payroll remediation project covering a large casual workforce over a 6-7 year period
- Review payroll data and historical records to identify potential underpayments
- Analyse complex payroll datasets and reconcile employee records
- Develop, document, and justify remediation assumptions where required
- Produce detailed reports and regular project updates for senior leadership and Board stakeholders
- Identify payroll compliance risks and recommend appropriate actions
- Ensure all calculations and methodologies are well documented and auditable
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to manage project progress and outcomes
- Interpret and apply Award provisions accurately throughout the review process
- Support voluntary disclosure and compliance-related obligations as required
- Previous payroll remediation experience is essential
- Strong understanding of Awards, payroll compliance, and underpayment reviews
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manipulate large datasets
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience presenting findings and updates to senior leaders or executive stakeholders
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a project from inception through to completion
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
- A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) or ability to obtain one quickly
- Immediate start available
- 3-4 month contract with potential extension
- Hybrid working arrangement with up to 3 days WFH following an initial onboarding period
- Opportunity to lead a high-profile remediation project
- Attractive remuneration package
- Supportive and collaborative environment
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to kelly.axon@hays.com.au, or call us now.
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