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Want to be a part of a team that works together, supports each other and makes a difference every day?

At Sunwater, you'll find a workplace driven by passion, dedication and a shared commitment to excellence. Our success is built on the hard work of our employees, united in their mission to provide the best outcomes for our customers. Here, work, water and life go hand in hand.

We care deeply about our employees and strive to create a culture that values and supports each individual. Our inclusive culture allows everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the table, leading to better solutions and outcomes. Sunwater offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Join us to deliver water for prosperity.

Job Overview

  • Work type:

    Full Time

  • Location:

    Brisbane

  • Job type:

    Administration & Office Support

  • Applications close:

    E. Australia Standard Time

Senior Payroll Advisor

Work.

Join Sunwater as a Senior Payroll Advisor, where you’ll take a hands-on approach in managing a team of two, leading the operation of Sunwater’s end-to-end payroll process ensuring that system and legislative requirements, timeframes, service standards and business outcomes are met. Furthermore, you will support and advise key stakeholders in EA negotiations regarding software capability and system change.

As a Senior Payroll Advisor at Sunwater, you will:

  • Provide hands-on leadership to the payroll team, ensuring timely and accurate payroll completion and Year-End reconciliations.
  • Provide high-level advice on industrial legislation, policies, and enterprise agreements to support Sunwater employees.
  • Ensure the meticulous governance and comprehensive reporting of payroll data.
  • Collaborate with People, Change, and Assurance teams to ensure payroll system accuracy.
  • Ensure compliance with audit processes and internal controls.
  • Manage and develop Payroll & HRIS systems to improve and automate business processes.

You will have proven expertise in managing and developing Payroll & HRIS systems, and well-developed practical experience in leading a team to deliver end-to-end payroll services.

In addition, you will be able to demonstrate:

  • In-depth working experience with the Aurion 11 payroll system.
  • Proven track record of developing and maintaining strong client relationships and working both autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to undertake a range of HRIS projects and deliver high-quality innovative solutions to complex issues.
  • High attention to detail and ability to work autonomously.

This role offers an array of attractive benefits including: 

  • Base salary starting from $122,994.56 per annum
  • 12.75% superannuation 
  • Access to banked time and TOIL
  • 17.5% leave loading
  • A genuine emphasis on work/life balance.

Water. 

Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 5,000 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and drive water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity. 

Life.  

At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including: 

My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway 
My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs 
My time: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle 
My growth: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career.

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future.  We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team. 

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world.  We acknowledge their resilience in the face of significant and ongoing historical, cultural, and political change within Australia. We recognise and value the importance of truth-telling today, and our role to listen and learn. 

Apply for this role by hitting the Apply button now or visit our website to learn more. 

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