Join KBR as a Senior Payroll Officer and take ownership of a payroll function within a complex, fast-paced environment
Oversee a dedicated team while driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across end-to-end payroll operations
Support, mentor, and develop the payroll team, ensuring high performance, growth, and strong customer service delivery
Oversee accurate and timely delivery of all payroll cycles, including complex calculations (terminations, redundancies, adjustments, superannuation)
Maintain strong governance, audit readiness, and compliance with legislation, awards, and internal controls
Act as the SME for Workday, SAP, and Microsoft Dynamics, leading system enhancements, integrations, and testing
Drive continuous improvement, automation, and standardisation of payroll processes
Build strong relationships with People & Culture, Finance, Tax, and external vendors
Provide expert payroll advice and communicate the impact of legislative or system changes across the business
Lead payroll‑related projects, system implementations, and organisational change initiatives
Develop payroll reporting, insights, and metrics to support strategic decision‑making.

Strong experience in a payroll leadership or senior specialist position
Relevant qualifications in Payroll, HR, Finance, or Business
Demonstrated expertise in Workday, SAP, and Microsoft Dynamics payroll environments
Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, and compliance frameworks
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
Proven ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver outcomes under pressure
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a commercial mindset
Demonstrated project management capability, including planning, execution, and change management
High level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

Senior Payroll Specialist

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