Payroll Analyst

Great opportunity to lead Payroll compliance requirements and projects!Build your expertise in a dynamic, multi-entity environment and contribute to continuous improvement initiativesEnjoy flexible work, exclusive travel and lifestyle benefits and the opportunity to grow your careerWhat You’ll DoWe have a full-time permanent opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to play an integral role in leading the compliance requirements for the Payroll Accounting function.  The Payroll Analyst will provide governance for the People & Culture operation to ensure legislation, policies and processes are compliant.This role is a hybrid work opportunity where you will be required to work across our Sydney CBD and Sydney Olympic Park offices as well as some work from home. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Lead the compliance requirements for the Payroll Accounting function, ensuring all legislation, policies, and processes are up-to-date and followed.Work closely with the Payroll Manager and the Employee Relations team to interpret and implement legislative changes, including EBA updates, salary adjustments, allowances, and entitlements.Oversee payroll processing to ensure compliance with National Employment Standards, Awards, and Enterprise Agreements across multiple group entities.Manage payroll audits, policy reviews, and ensure regular checklists are in place for data accuracy.Drive key projects such as the Same Day Super initiative and lead end-of-month, end-of-financial-year, FBT, and group tax payroll processes.Provide support for Corporate payroll and backfill for payroll officer roles during periods of absence or peak times.Undertake audits, reconciliations, and manage payroll tax at multi-entity and state levels.Foster stakeholder relationships across the business and contribute to team development activities.What You'll BringMinimum 3 years’ experience in accounting with a relevant tertiary qualificationAt least 5 years’ experience in payroll, with demonstrated expertise in payroll tax processing across multiple entities and statesAdvanced investigative and reconciliation skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detailStrong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skillsDeveloped written and verbal communication skillsExposure to and understanding of People & HR Systems (preferred not essential)What's in it for you?At the NRMA we aren’t just about discounts (although you do get these too). We offer benefits to help make work and life just right for you! Progressive flexibility, leave and well-being benefits to balance all of life's prioritiesTravel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and ResortsComplimentary myNRMA membership including free Roadside Assistance & discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much moreDiscounts on a range of NRMA personal insurance products including car, home & travelGrow, progress or relocate your career and move around the NRMA Group or different locations with us.Know You Belong We’re for inclusion, diversity and representing the members, guests, customers and communities we serve.  That’s why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be a part of our team.As part of our recruitment process, successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks.Join the NRMA and grow your career with us.  Apply now, we cannot wait to hear from you or visit our careers site to find out more!Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. The NRMA is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes