Payroll Specialist (Remote)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist – Remote to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This fully remote opportunity is ideal for a payroll professional with strong experience managing Australian payroll and a passion for delivering accurate, efficient, and compliant payroll services. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of payroll activities while supporting employees and stakeholders across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Process end-to-end Australian payroll accurately and on time.
• Maintain employee payroll records and data integrity.
• Manage payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders.
• Process new starters, terminations, salary changes, and leave adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, and company policies.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports.
• Support payroll audits and process improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Finance, and business stakeholders.

About you

• Previous experience 2 to 3 years managing Australian payroll end-to-end.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, PAYG, superannuation, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
• Experience using payroll and HRIS systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A willingness to adopt and utilise AI and new technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration
• Career progression opportunities
• Remote working
• 2 volunteer days off a year
• Birthday leave

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do. We champion an environment where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, fostering a culture that supports and celebrates the unique contributions and aspirations of all our colleagues. DWF operates with 35 offices globally, with offices in Australia based in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, and Melbourne.