- Lead complex AU and NZ payroll operations at enterprise scale
- Hybrid working with strong flexibility and wellbeing support
- Contribute to a modern payroll transformation journey
About the Role
This role supports the delivery of accurate and compliant payroll and time outcomes across Australia and New Zealand. Working with an experienced Payroll and Time team and an external managed services provider, you will apply deep technical expertise to complex payroll matters, continuous improvement, and governance. Your work will help ensure payroll integrity while supporting the evolution of modern people services.
What You’ll Do
- Manage end-to-end payroll and time operations in partnership with a third-party managed services provider, ensuring all milestones and compliance obligations are met
- Provide technical payroll and time expertise for complex matters, audits, initiatives, and system changes across Australia and New Zealand
- Support governance and compliance by contributing to control testing, audits, and proactive risk identification across payroll processes
- Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and knowledge sharing within the team
- Coach and support team members to build capability, reduce single points of dependency, and embed strong payroll and legislative understanding
- Partner with HR, Finance, Technology, and external stakeholders to ensure payroll data accuracy and system alignment
What You’ll Bring
- Extensive payroll experience, including senior-level responsibility within medium to large organisations
- Strong working knowledge of Australian or New Zealand payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, and employment obligations, with the ability to translate complexity into practical advice
- Experience working with enterprise payroll systems such as SAP, ADP, Chris21, Oracle, or PeopleSoft, along with time and attendance platforms
- Proven experience supporting payroll audits, compliance activities, and complex award, EBA, or contract interpretation
- Advanced Excel and payroll reporting skills, with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and support informed decision-making
- Clear and confident communication skills, enabling you to explain payroll concepts to a wide range of stakeholders
What You’ll Enjoy
Access our award-winning Shine platform – your central hub for exclusive perks, wellbeing support, career development, and recognition. Shine has been recognised for excellence in employee experience, making it easier than ever to access what matters most to you.
- Hybrid working, flexible leave, 20 weeks paid parental leave, and up to 5 days paid flexible leave annually
- Paid study support, career breaks, on-the-job learning, and a $1,000 referral bonus for eligible employees
- Free wellbeing coaching, a dedicated Employee Council, and confidential EAP access
- Discounts at 400+ retailers, insurance savings, gym memberships, and reduced super fees
- Paid volunteer leave, donation matching, and unlimited emergency response leave
- Performance-based bonuses and Suncorp shares for eligible employees
- Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families
Explore our full benefits:www.suncorpgroup.com.au/careers/benefits
At Suncorp, we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented, and passionate as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and connected.
If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact luke.morandini@suncorp.com.au for a confidential conversation. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application via the link provided.
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