An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Payroll Transformation Lead to drive a large-scale business transformation program. This role will lead the design and implementation of a consistent payroll operating model across a complex, multi-entity organisation while supporting the rollout of a new enterprise HR and payroll platform.
 
Working closely with the leadership group, you will play a pivotal role in simplifying payroll operations, strengthening governance and ensuring a seamless transition from project delivery into business-as-usual operations.
 
This is a highly visible role requiring strong stakeholder management, project leadership and deep payroll expertise.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Payroll Transformation

• Lead the delivery of a group-wide payroll harmonisation program across multiple business units;

• Develop and manage the transformation roadmap, project milestones and implementation plans;

• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure alignment between payroll, HR and finance initiatives; and

• Identify and manage project risks, dependencies and stakeholder communications.

Payroll Governance

• Design and implement a robust payroll governance framework;

• Develop policies, controls, approval processes and decision-making frameworks;

• Define clear ownership and accountability across Payroll, Finance and People & Culture; and

• Support payroll compliance, audit readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.

We want to hear from

• Experienced payroll transformation professionals who thrive in complex environments;

• Enjoys driving meaningful organisational change; and

• Combine technical payroll expertise with strong project management skills and have the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple business functions.

You will bring

• Extensive experience leading payroll transformation, implementation or harmonisation programs;

• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, compliance and governance;

• Experience working across Payroll, Finance and Human Resources;

• Demonstrated success managing large-scale projects and organisational change;

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills; and

• The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role will be measured by

• Delivery of a standardised payroll operating model across the organisation;

• Successful implementation of a payroll governance framework;

• Simplified payroll processes and reduced operational complexity;

• Accurate and compliant payroll outcomes throughout implementation;

• Strong collaboration between Finance, Payroll and People & Culture;

• Effective transition of new processes into business-as-usual operations; and

• Improved governance, controls and reporting capability across the payroll function.

This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a high-profile transformation program with significant organisational impact, working alongside senior leaders to modernise payroll operations and establish best-practice processes for the future.

How to Apply  
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please click to reveal the contact detail for Ed Burgess at u&u on 02 8245 7916 quoting reference number 45631.   
 
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