Senior Payroll Analyst, Australia (9-month FTC) at Pacific Life

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Australian payroll processing
Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent combination of training and experience
Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and payroll tax
Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, or similar)
High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized and capable of working under time constraints to meet tight deadlines
Proven ability to manage or contribute to projects and change initiatives

Responsibilities

Process end-to-end payroll for Australian employees in compliance with Fair Work Act, ATO regulations, and superannuation laws
Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data
Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies
Liaise with external payroll providers and government agencies
Respond to employee queries regarding pay, tax, and leave entitlements
Support audits and reporting requirements
Support benefits administration processes, including enrolment, changes etc
Safeguard payroll transactions by maintaining strict confidentiality with all payroll data including personal or sensitive employee information
Ensure that internal controls and standards are complied with for all payroll processes
Provide contingency support for other Payroll locations (e.g., Singapore, Korea)
Identify opportunities to streamline payroll operations and enhance service delivery
Collaborate cross-functionally to implement system or policy changes impacting payroll
Participate in or lead payroll-related projects focused on process improvement, automation, and compliance
Support ad hoc projects/duties as required to support the wider Payroll or People Operations Teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Australian PayrollFair Work ActATO RegulationsSuperannuationPayroll ProcessingPayroll ReconciliationEmployee Data ManagementPayroll ComplianceBenefits AdministrationPayroll AuditsProcess ImprovementPayroll Automation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Senior Payroll Analyst role?

Candidates need a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Australian payroll processing, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent, and strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and payroll tax.

What payroll systems experience is needed?

Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or similar is required.

What is the employment duration for this position?

This is a 9-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC) role.

What is the company culture like at Pacific Life Re?

The company values every team member for their unique qualities, supports their expertise and ambitions, works hard under pressure while knowing how to have fun, and hosts team building days.

What soft skills are important for this role?

High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work under time constraints to meet tight deadlines are essential.

Pacific Life

About Pacific Life

Newport Beach, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1868Year Founded

$189.4MTotal Funding

N/ACompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Risks

Increased competition in annuities market from companies like Prudential and MetLife.

Potential financial exposure from significant real estate investments.

Integration challenges with Selerix could affect customer satisfaction.

Differentiation

Pacific Life partners with T. Rowe Price for innovative Lifetime Income solutions.

Recognized as a top community-minded company, enhancing brand reputation and trust.

Real-time integration with Selerix improves benefits administration accuracy and efficiency.

Upsides

Lifetime Income solution attracts clients seeking secure retirement options.

Enhanced annuity products offer flexibility and growth, increasing product attractiveness.

Strong real estate financing position opens more sector opportunities.

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