Payroll Specialist Lead - Australia (Individual Contributor)

What this job can offer you This is an exciting time to join Remote and make a personal difference in the global employment space as a Payroll Specialist Lead joining our Global Payroll Operations Team. What you bring End‑to‑end payroll processing in‑house or within a payroll service provider Knowledge of payroll best practices Proficient in using software tools like Excel / Google Suite An analytical mindset with great problem‑solving abilities Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced, international work environment with a passion for making an impact Productivity geek who constantly thinks of ways to improve and speed up work Understanding of the need and ideal to work largely asynchronously Fluent writing and speaking in English Experience working remotely is not required but considered a plus Key Responsibilities Act as a true subject matter expert for the country you are based in: Manage existing relationships with key stakeholders within Payroll Implementation, Finance, Product, and Engineers Process full end‑to‑end payroll in‑house, statutory filing requirements, exceptions, approvals, payments and compliance Ensure full data integrity and quality Maintain payroll journals/reconciliations Focus on KPIs and SLAs Implement and improve processes Mentor and support payroll specialists Back up regional managers during times of absence Practicals You'll report to: Manager, Global Payroll Operations Team: Payroll Location: Australia Start date: As soon as possible Salary and Benefits Our compensation aims to provide fair, unbiased pay and equity across locations. The annual salary range for this full‑time position is AUD $102,100–$114,900. Work from anywhere Flexible paid time off Flexible working hours (async) 16 weeks paid parental leaveMental health support services Stock options Learning budget Home office budget & IT equipment Budget for local in‑person social events or co‑working spaces How you’ll plan your day and work‑life balance We work async which means you can plan your schedule around your life, not meetings. You will be empowered to take ownership and be proactive. Your life‑work balance is important and we encourage you to put yourself and family first. Equal Opportunity and Inclusion Statement Remote welcomes applicants from all ethnic groups, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, disability statuses, and other under‑represented groups. We prioritize a sense of belonging and provide accommodations as needed. We encourage volunteers to share pronouns and demographic data, which helps us stay accountable and reflect a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr