Payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Summary

Join GoGlobal as an Australia Payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME) and become the primary expert on Australian payroll regulations, compliance, and best practices. Guide payroll processes, support client implementations, and ensure regulatory adherence. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize payroll operations and provide expert support. Oversee payroll processing for Australia, guaranteeing accuracy and compliance. This role blends hands-on payroll processing with strategic SME responsibilities, ensuring both compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive Australian payroll experience and a deep understanding of relevant legislation.

Requirements

• 8+ years of Australian payroll experience, including in-house payroll processing and compliance
• Deep knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, tax regulations, and employment standards
• Experience with payroll implementations, process optimization, and automation
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve complex payroll issues
• Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining payroll concepts to various stakeholders
• Proficiency in different payroll software and Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute end-to-end payroll processing for Australia, ensuring timely and accurate payroll runs
• Maintain compliance with the local labor laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
• Ensure proper calculations for statutory deductions, benefits, and remittances
• Conduct payroll reconciliations, audits, and compliance checks
• Stay updated on changes and implement necessary payroll adjustments
• Assist in onboarding and implementation of payroll solutions for Australian clients
• Advise clients on payroll best practices, configuration, and process optimization
• Troubleshoot payroll issues, ensuring timely and accurate resolutions
• Work closely with internal teams (HR, Finance, Implementation) to align payroll processes with business needs
• Identify inefficiencies in payroll operations and implement best practices to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Support payroll automation and system enhancements, collaborating with IT and product teams
• Develop and maintain payroll documentation, SOPs, and training materials
• Act as a trusted advisor for payroll-related inquiries from internal teams and clients
• Provide training sessions on Australian payroll regulations and system usage
• Work closely with external partners, including payroll vendors and government agencies

Preferred Qualifications

Payroll certification is preferred

Benefits

We believe flexibility drives success. Our company is built on trust, and that’s why we embrace fully remote work, and hybrid options in some countries