Based in Melbourne's Eastern suburbs, this Payroll Analyst role offers the opportunity to support payroll governance, reconciliations, and compliance activities in a complex business environment. You'll work closely with key stakeholders to drive payroll accuracy, insights, and continuous improvement. Client Details This organisation is a highly regarded and established leader in the Leisure, Travel & Tourism sector. With a strong market presence, it is recognised for consistently delivering outstanding services and maintaining a positive, people-focused workplace culture. Description As a Payroll Analyst, you will be responsible for: Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of payroll-related data across multiple entities and pay groups. Performing detailed reconciliations of payroll on-costs, including superannuation, payroll tax, leave provisions, and employee entitlements. Analysing payroll data to identify trends, discrepancies, exceptions, and potential compliance risks. Supporting the preparation of payroll data and reconciliations for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes. Monitoring superannuation contributions and assisting with compliance activities relating to legislative and regulatory requirements. Investigating complex payroll queries and partnering with payroll operations teams to resolve issues and improve data accuracy. Assisting with payroll audits by providing reconciliations, supporting documentation, and data analysis. Contributing to the enhancement of payroll controls, processes, and system efficiencies through continuous improvement initiatives. Supporting payroll system upgrades, implementations, testing, and configuration changes from a data validation and compliance perspective. Acting as a subject matter resource for payroll data, reconciliations, and compliance-related matters across the business. Working closely with the Payroll Manager to provide accurate analysis and insights that support payroll reporting, governance, and decision-making. Profile A successful Payroll Analyst should have: Proven experience in payroll analysis, payroll reporting, and reconciliations within a complex payroll environment. Strong experience using Dayforce Payroll, which is essential for this role. Advanced proficiency in Excel and payroll systems. A solid understanding of Australian payroll legislation, awards, and compliance requirements. Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing payroll-related reconciliations, including superannuation, payroll tax, and leave provisions. The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain payroll-related matters to both payroll and non-payroll stakeholders. A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify process enhancements and drive efficiencies. Job Offer Competitive salary. Complimentary access to health and leisure clubs/gyms. Discounted access to various programs. A collaborative and high-performing team environment. Permanent role based in Melbourne's Eastern suburbs. To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Jessica Starns 61386166222.
