Senior Payroll Officer

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Job type

Full-time
 
Location
Sydney NSW
 
Benefits
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Parental leave
Gym membership
Insurance services
Employee rewards program
Work from home
 
Full job description
EML is a leading Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Claims Management business. Our goal is to help people get their lives back through ongoing support during their return-to-work journey. We continue to experience ongoing growth and now have over 4,000 dedicated employees. We foster a learning culture that allows for us to continually invest in our employees ensuring a long-term career here at EML.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As part of our diverse team based in Sydney, you will help make a positive impact on someone’s life every day. You will feel great satisfaction knowing your talent and hard work has a purpose.
As a Senior Payroll Officer at EML, you’ll play a pivotal role in making sure our people are paid accurately and on time, every time.
This isn’t just about processing pay runs , it’s about owning the payroll function end to end, providing trusted advice on legislation and policy, and working closely with leaders to deliver a smooth, compliant, and reliable service. You’ll also help drive improvements, from smarter systems to streamlined processes, ensuring we’re always moving forward.

This will be a full time, permanent position based in the Sydney office, with flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the development and delivery of payroll strategy, ensuring efficiency, scalability and strong business partnerships.
Manage the end-to-end fortnightly payroll cycle, including data entry, validations, leave, deductions, adjustments, reconciliations, month-end tasks and payments.
Prepare accurate and timely ad-hoc reports.
Identify and implement process and system improvements, including cost-benefit analysis and training.
Champion continuous improvement and stay across industry trends to ensure best practice.

ABOUT YOU
5 years experience managing payroll in a fast paced, complex business environment.
In depth understanding of payroll legislation, including awards, payroll tax, superannuation, PAYG and workers compensation, with the ability to interpret and apply this knowledge in practice.
Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite, with a particular focus on Excel for reporting, analysis and reconciliations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and provide outstanding customer service to stakeholders at all levels.
A relevant qualification in Payroll or Accounting is highly desirable.
WHAT WE OFFER

We stand together as equals. EML is an equal opportunity employer so by coming to work for us, you will be part of a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone feels valued and where we show respect, integrity and honesty.

EML provides career opportunities and great employee benefits, including:
A vibrant, collaborative innovative team culture
Flexibility with opportunity to WFH when you are fully trained in your role.
A corporate wellbeing program with discounted health insurance and gym membership
Access to discounts at over 350 retailers through our Rewards Hub program
Entitlement to an annual tenure and performance-based recognition reward
Comprehensive learning and development support
Companywide events to celebrate success.
Quarterly Reward and Recognition Awards
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, plus super

We value our people and are committed to supporting our employees by investing in their professional development and providing generous employee benefits. If this position is of interest to you, please apply now.