Groupe Clarins – Clarins Group is looking for a Senior Payroll Officer to oversee payroll operations across Australia and New Zealand in a part-time capacity (3 days per week). This role manages the end-to-end payroll function with an outsourced provider, acts as the primary contact for payroll queries, and owns the time & attendance system. You will join a global beauty leader committed to responsible beauty.
What You'll Do
- Oversee outsourced payroll processing and ensure accurate, timely pay runs.
- Maintain and authorise timesheets via Humanforce; provide support and training.
- Act as the first point of contact for payroll inquiries across the business.
- Ensure compliance with awards, enterprise agreements, and employment legislation.
- Manage payroll tax, group tax, superannuation, Kiwisaver, workers compensation, and work cover requirements.
- Process workers compensation claims.
- Prepare monthly payroll reports and provide data for budgets and projects.
- Work closely with HR to ensure alignment with policies and procedures.
- Support system upgrades, integrations, and payroll improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate the Employee Product Allowance program.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of payroll experience.
- Strong understanding of payroll legislation, awards, superannuation, and compliance.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritise and manage strict deadlines.
- Intermediate MS Office skills.
- A reliable, flexible, discreet, and team-oriented approach.
Nice to Have
- Payroll experience across Australia and New Zealand.
- Experience with Micropay Meridian and Humanforce/TimeTarget.
Technical Stack
- Micropay Meridian
- Humanforce/TimeTarget
- MS Office
Team & Environment
Part of a supportive HR team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Work with a global beauty leader committed to responsible beauty.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment.
- Exposure to both Australia and New Zealand payroll operations.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvement projects.
Work Mode
This role is based on-site in Sydney.
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