Accounting/Payroll Supervisor

Employment Type: Permanent full-time role
Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. As Payroll Accountant you will provide guidance and accounting expertise to strengthen UNSWs payroll function capability; delivering data insights preparing reconciliations and reports and conducting audits that keep our processes compliant
Embedded as part of the People Services team you will support the delivery of highquality payroll practices ensuring compliance with Australian legislation Enterprise Agreements and internal policies. Offering a solutionsfocused approach to navigate payroll complex payment calculations and discrepancies overseeing their resolution and mitigation.
Reporting to the Head of People Services youll bring your sound knowledge across payroll regulations tax obligations and regulatory changes to play an essential role in the payroll teams collaborative delivery of sustainable pay confidence.
Reviewing end-to-end payroll activities in accordance with regulation account standards overseeing complex calculations and adjustments.
Applying and interpreting relevant legislation Enterprise Agreements and internal policies accurately to ensure sustainable pay confidence.
Overseeing internal control frameworks including payroll policies and performance metrics to ensure payroll activities are executed efficiently risks are proactively mitigated and continuous improvement achieved across the payroll function.
Who You Are: Were looking for a CA/CPA qualified accounting professional with an understanding of payroll services and legislation in a large and complex corporate environment bringing the perspective and understanding that is required to work with diverse stakeholders in this dynamic team environment. Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent) with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education training and experience.
Extensive and up-to-date knowledge of Australian payroll and tax legislation
Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.
Extensive understanding of general ledger accruals and accounting principles.
Exposure to multi-entity or large workforce payroll environments.
Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders including the ability to explain payroll concepts in a clear simple and pleasant manner.
Demonstrated experience in providing superior customer service to support stakeholders at different levels and leading the team in providing this service
Proficient in Oracle payroll and HRIS products
Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products
How to Apply :Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in thejob description) via the online portal beforeThursday 12 February by 11:55pm.
Flexible Working Options (work from home flexible hours etc)
~ Discounts and entitlements (retail education fitness passport)

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These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks: -
National and International Criminal history checks
Working With Children Checks
Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.