About the Opportunity
Based in Henderson the Payroll Manager will be responsible for overseeing the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of end-to-end payroll operations across Austal. The role ensures payroll processes comply with relevant Australian legislation, industrial instruments, enterprise agreements, awards, and internal policies.
The role will lead and develop the payroll function, drive continuous improvement, maintain effective payroll controls, and ensure the integrity of payroll data and reporting.
About Austal
Austal is Australia's global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world's leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.
Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We're driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.
This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
What's InvolvedOver see end-to-end payroll function, supporting approximately 1,200 employees across Australia, United Kingdom and Trinidad & Tobago, with continued growth anticipatedManage payroll activities, including new starters, terminations, remuneration changes, allowances, deductions, overtime, leave, superannuation, and reimbursementsEnsure accurate calculation and processing of employee entitlements, including leave accruals and termination paymentsManage payroll calendars, cut-off dates, reconciliations, reporting and payroll sign-off processesManage complex payroll queries and escalations, ensuring timely and professional resolutionAct as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Workday payroll, leading system enhancements, upgrades, testing, configuration, and process improvementsMaintain payroll system integrity, data accuracy, and effective payroll delivery across all payroll-related Workday functionalityDevelop and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support operational compliance, and management reporting requirementsInvestigate and resolve payroll issues, discrepancies and data integrity concernsOversee compliance with PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll (STP), payroll tax, workers' compensation, superannuation and other relevant statutory obligationsCoordinate payroll audits and implement corrective actions arising from audit findingsLead, coach and develop the payroll team, establishing clear responsibilities, performance expectations and service standards
You'll NeedRelevant qualification in Payroll Management or equivalentHigh attention to detailProven ability to lead, develop and motivate a payroll teamDemonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate payroll outcomes within strict deadlines3+ years experience as a Payroll Manager position, in blue/white collar workforce5+ years experience in a high-volume payroll position processing weekly and monthly pay cyclesDemonstrated experience managing end to end payroll operationsStrong understanding of payroll systems, integrations, data management and reportingStrong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, employment awards, enterprise agreements and statutory reporting obligationsEligibility for a Defence Security Clearance
DesirableExperience with Workday Payroll including reporting, calculated fields, business processes, integrations, or payroll-related configurationExperience in International Payroll (UK and/or Europe)Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or related discipline
Why Join Us?Competitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.
Learn more at https://www.austaljobs.com/australia