Superintendent – Payroll Governance

Talison Lithium

. Lead, coach and develop the payroll team, setting priorities, allocating work and monitoring performance .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timePerth • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring compliance with Australian payroll legislation, and implementing payroll governance and transformation initiatives. Proficient in managing payroll reporting, data integrity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery.

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End-To-End Payroll OperationsAustralian Payroll LegislationSAP SuccessFactors Employee Central PayrollPayroll Compliance And GovernanceProject Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Payroll GovernancePayroll ReportingData Integrity ManagementStatutory ObligationsPayroll Audit ProcessesChange ManagementFinancial ControlsRisk IdentificationProcess ImprovementPerformance Monitoring

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

HR Information SystemsReporting ToolsPayroll Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Payroll QualificationAustralian Payroll Association Certification

Industry Keywords

Fair WorkPAYG WithholdingSingle Touch PayrollSuperannuationPayroll TaxLeave EntitlementsTermination Payments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach and develop the payroll team, setting priorities, allocating work and monitoring performance
Oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant employee payments while providing expert advice on complex payroll matters
Maintain payroll governance, controls, procedures and documentation, leading compliance, assurance and audit activities to ensure auditable payroll practices
Manage payroll reporting, data integrity, system controls and statutory obligations, identifying risks and implementing sustainable improvements
Partner with HR, Finance, Operations and external vendors to resolve payroll issues, improve processes, support reporting and strengthen service delivery
Drive payroll strategy, system governance and transformation initiatives, including upgrades, automation, change management, leadership reporting, financial controls and regulatory compliance
Report to the Remuneration, Benefits and Payroll Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualification in payroll, accounting, commerce, business, human resources, industrial relations or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience in a senior payroll leadership role
Advanced payroll qualification, Australian Payroll Association certification, or equivalent professional development in payroll compliance and governance is desirable
Demonstrated experience leading end-to-end payroll operations in a complex, high-volume or multi-site environment
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, including Fair Work, awards and agreements, PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll, superannuation, payroll tax, leave entitlements and termination payments
Experience with payroll systems, HR information systems, reporting tools and payroll audit or assurance processes
Project management experience in payroll implementations
Demonstrated experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working environment
Income protection insurance
Life Insurance for company superannuation employees
Competitive parental leave policy
Salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation
Participation in site performance-based incentive scheme
Excellent work/life balance