Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the mighty Snowy Mountains Scheme, gas and diesel plants, and contracted wind and solar energy. We also provide electricity and gas to about 1 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy. Snowy 2.0 is Australia’s largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Payroll Specialist to join our high performing Finance team. Reporting to the Payroll Manager you will be able to hit the ground running and provide a high level of customer service to all customers and stakeholders involved in the end to end payroll process.

This role is suitable for a detail driven individual, with a strong analytical mindset who will be responsible for ensuring Snowy Hydro employees are paid accurately and on time, every time.

Our ideal candidate will be a proactive, hands-on leader who inspires and motivates team
members to achieve high performance. In collaboration with the People Services and Finance teams you’ll ensure seamless payroll integration with other business functions, with a commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for professional development.

This role is a permanent, full time position that can, by mutual agreement, offer flexible working arrangements, as Snowy Hydro appreciates the additional value such arrangements can bring to our business and to our employees. The successful candidate can choose to work primarily from Melbourne, Sydney or Cooma.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Utilise SuccessFactors to manage payroll data to to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement, maintain accurate employee records and ensure timely end to end payroll processing
  • Manage/review superannuation contributions for employees, ensuring compliance with Accumulation and Defined Benefits Superannuation schemes
  • Assist with leading, mentoring, and developing payroll team members, fostering a collaborative, efficient and cohesive work environment through on going training and support
  • Provide expert guidance on payroll issues, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of concerns
  • Identify opportunities for enhancing payroll processes and implement strategies to continually improve efficiency and accuracy
  • Ensure all payroll activities comply with Australian regulations and internal policies and prepare and submit required payroll reports to regulatory bodies and internal management

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll management, with a proven record in a supervisory role
  • Extensive hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactors (ECP & EC) in payroll processing with a focus on data accuracy and reporting
  • Strong understanding of Australian payroll regulations, legislation, and compliance requirements
  • Familiarity with Accumulation and Defined Benefits Superannuation schemes
  • Advanced MS Excel or Google Sheets skills for data analysis and reporting

Snowy Hydro is a flexible, values-driven organisation. We know that a diverse workforce creates an environment for innovation and creativity and that an inclusive workplace creates a psychologically safe environment, where our people feel safe to challenge ideas and make better, more informed decisions.

We believe that a healthy and socially connected workforce leads to improved engagement, increased levels of resilience, more constructive and respectful interactions, and ultimately a safer and more productive place to work.

If this position interests you and you have the skills and attributes required for the role, please click on the link to apply or visit snowyhydro.com.au/careers