This is a Payroll Team Leader role with Harmony Australasia based in Milton, NSW, AU Harmony Australasia Role Seniority - mid level, senior More about the Payroll Team Leader role at Harmony Australasia Reporting to the Commercial Financial Leader the Payroll Team Leader, you will oversee the full payroll cycle across multiple entities, lead and mentor a dedicated payroll team, and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements. You will also contribute to process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and effective integration with HR and finance platforms. Roster : 5 Days on and 2 Days off Monday to Friday at our Milton office. • Lead the team and perform end-to-end payroll processing across multiple entities (Australia and PNG) ensuring accuracy and on time payment for over 1500 staff. • Oversee calculations, deductions, superannuation, PAYG, payroll tax, and statutory compliance. • Maintain and improve all manual and automated payroll processes, policies, and documentation. • Conduct audits to ensure data integrity and adherence to regulations. • Oversee annual projects, including performance payments and reconciliations. • Support enhancements to payroll systems (Pronto or similar). • Prepare workers’ compensation and payroll tax returns, plus management reporting. • Provide timely support to internal stakeholders on payroll matters. • Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure seamless integration of systems and data. • Lead staff development, performance reviews, and training. Essential criteria: • Minimum 6 years’ payroll experience, including team leadership. • Strong knowledge of PAYG, FBT, payroll tax, EEO principles and relevant legislation. • Solid understanding of industrial awards, EBAs, employment contracts and salary structures. • Experience with computerised payroll systems (Pronto or similar). • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • High attention to numeric accuracy, tact, diplomacy, and assertiveness. Desirable: • Tertiary qualifications in Payroll, Finance, or Accounting. About You: You will bring strong technical payroll expertise and proven leadership capability, along with the confidence to guide, mentor, and influence across the organisation. What are the benefits of working for Harmony? • Eligibility for the company bonus scheme. • Corporate/discounted Medibank rates and access to Harmony’s rewards and discounts program. • Opportunity to work with an international mining organisation with a diverse workforce. • Convenient Milton location, a short walk from public transport. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Harmony Australasia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Overseeing payroll cycle Conducting audits Leading team development Key Strengths Payroll processing Compliance knowledge Leadership Tertiary qualifications Advanced Excel skills Interpersonal skills A Final Note: This is a role with Harmony Australasia not with Hatch.
