Payroll Specialist

Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology

. Prepare and process payroll for Australia-based employees and take on additional in-country payrolls as the business grows across APAC .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$93,500 - A$126,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Australian payroll processing, including compliance with PAYG withholding, Superannuation, and statutory reporting. Proficient in managing payroll through third-party providers and supporting employee lifecycle payroll administration in a multi-country environment.

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Australian Payroll ProcessingPAYG WithholdingSuperannuation GuaranteeWorkdayEmployee Lifecycle Payroll Administration

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Hard Skills

Payroll ReconciliationStatutory ReportingPayroll DocumentationMulti-Country Payroll ManagementPayroll Controls

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem-SolvingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayRemoteEOR Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Australian Payroll Association CertificationAustralian Payroll Institute Certification

Industry Keywords

Fair Work ActNational Employment StandardsHigh-Growth SaaS EnvironmentMulti-Country Payroll Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and process payroll for Australia-based employees and take on additional in-country payrolls as the business grows across APAC
Manage payroll inputs and validations, including variable pay, allowances, leave loading, absences, retroactive adjustments, final settlements, and Fringe Benefits
Manage statutory payroll reporting and remittances, including PAYG withholding, superannuation, and year-end reporting
Manage the Employer of Record population, coordinating payroll cycles, inputs, invoices, and issue resolution with the EOR partner across multiple countries
Reconcile payroll and benefits data, support reporting, and assist with month-end activities
Support employee lifecycle payroll administration, including hires, changes, leaves, resignations, and terminations
Maintain payroll-related processes in Workday and support benefits administration with internal teams and external vendors
Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries, maintain documentation, and support audits and continuous improvement efforts
Participate in cross-training to provide backup support for other regional payrolls as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of payroll experience, including hands-on experience processing Australian payroll end to end
Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll requirements — PAYG withholding, Superannuation Guarantee, state and territory payroll tax, long service leave, workers’ compensation, terminations and year-end reporting
Working understanding of Fair Work Act and National Employment Standards obligations as they apply to pay, leave, and termination
Experience managing payroll through third-party providers, including EOR or global payroll platforms, and coordinating multi-country cycles across time zones
Experience with payroll reconciliations, reporting, controls, and documentation
Experience supporting employee lifecycle payroll processes and payroll-related inquiries
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the discretion required to handle confidential data
Fluency in English
Experience with Workday
Experience with Remote, or a similar EOR and contractor management platform, and with contractor of record arrangements
Exposure to payroll in Denmark, India, the Philippines, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Turkey, or Bangladesh, or to multi-country payroll environments more broadly
A relevant payroll qualification, such as an Australian Payroll Association or Australian Payroll Institute certification, or demonstrated expertise in Australian payroll
Experience supporting audits, year-end activities, and statutory filings
Experience improving processes, documentation, and internal controls in a global or scaling company
Experience in a high-growth SaaS or technology environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, equitable salary (exclusive of superannuation) with top-tier health benefits
Hybrid work environment
Flexible time off policy, with an encouraged 20 days off per year
Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years
Accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process