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5 results for Compliance Officer in Sydney, New South Wales

Payroll Officer
  • Sydney CBD, New South Wales
  • remote
  • Permanent placement
  • 85000 - 95000 AUD / Yearly
  • <table width="714"><tbody><tr><td width="585"><p><strong>Payroll Officer</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> $85,000 - $90,000 + Super<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Sydney CBD (4 days in office, 1-day WFH)</p><p>Are you an experienced Payroll Officer looking to join a stable and high-performing organisation within the financial services sector? This is an excellent opportunity to step into a professional, fast-paced environment with strong leadership, supportive culture, and continued growth.</p><p>This role sits within a collaborative finance function and offers strong ownership, autonomy, and the ability to work closely with an experienced Payroll Manager.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>A well-established and growing <strong>ASX-listed financial services </strong>organisation with a strong market presence. The business operates across multiple investment and advisory areas and offers a supportive, professional environment with long-term career opportunities.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Opportunity: Payroll Officer</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to a <strong>Payroll Manager</strong>, you will oversee payroll accuracy, compliance, and data integrity for approximately <strong>300 employees</strong>. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, problem-solving, and working with high-volume reconciliations within a corporate payroll environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and ensure the accuracy of payroll data for ~300 employees</li><li>Manage the Payroll Change Document on a weekly, fortnightly, and monthly basis</li><li>Prepare and verify all payroll adjustments, variations, and corrections</li><li>Review superannuation, payroll tax, and legislative compliance</li><li>Manage payroll queries across the business in a timely and professional manner</li><li>Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels</li><li>Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll information</li><li>Deliver accurate <strong>monthly payroll</strong> processing</li><li>Support ongoing reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Employment Hero</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Proven <strong>end-to-end payroll</strong> experience</li><li>Strong understanding of payroll legislation, statutory requirements, EBAs and Awards</li><li>Advanced <strong>Excel skills</strong>, especially with reconciliations and handling large data sets</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders</li><li>High attention to detail, accuracy, and time management</li><li>Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage competing priorities</li><li>Positive, proactive attitude and strong team player</li><li>Experience within <strong>financial services or professional services</strong> is highly regarded</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's in it for you</strong></p><ol><li>Competitive salary package</li><li>Direct mentorship from an experienced Payroll Manager</li><li>High level of ownership across payroll operations</li><li>Hybrid working model (4 days in office, 1-day WFH)</li><li>Professional, supportive environment within financial services</li><li>Strong exposure to corporate payroll processes and ongoing improvements</li></ol></td></tr></tbody></table><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/WWFuaS5Cb3JtYW5zLjE0MTc2LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-11-28T00:12:11Z
(Sr.) Payroll Officer
  • Macquarie Park, New South Wales
  • remote
  • Permanent placement
  • 90000 - 100000 AUD / Yearly
  • <table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="552"><p><strong>Senior Payroll Officer</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> $90,000 - $100,000 + Super</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Macquarie Park (Full-time office based)</p><p> </p><p>Are you an experienced Payroll Officer looking to take ownership in a stable, growing, and global manufacturing organisation? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established US-listed company with a strong reputation for innovation and operational excellence.</p><p>With a finance team of 30 people based in Sydney and a supportive payroll structure, this role offers long-term stability, strong mentoring, and the opportunity to work within a complex multi-entity environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>A global manufacturing leader with nearly 80 years of history, operating across infrastructure, manufacturing, and industrial solutions. The organisation supports essential global industries through innovative and sustainable solutions, with:</p><ul><li>Operations across <strong>six continents</strong></li><li>A presence in <strong>21 countries</strong></li><li><strong>11,000+ employees worldwide</strong></li><li>Annual revenue of approximately <strong>USD $4 billion</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to a <strong>highly knowledgeable Payroll Manager</strong>, you will work closely with her and another experienced colleague in the payroll team. This setup is ideal for someone who thrives in a <strong>complex, multi-entity payroll structure</strong> and enjoys a blend of autonomy and collaboration.</p><p>You will manage end-to-end payroll across Australia and New Zealand, with strong guidance available while still offering significant independence.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>End-to-end <strong>monthly Australian payroll</strong> for ~350 employees across <strong>8 legal entities</strong></li><li>Once up to speed, support and process the <strong>weekly NZ payroll</strong> (4 legal entities)</li><li>Process timesheets, payroll adjustments, and leave calculations</li><li>Support the ongoing migration and optimisation to<strong> ADP Payforce</strong></li><li>Perform <strong>long service leave</strong> reconciliations and recalculations</li><li>Interpret and manage <strong>EBAs</strong>, with the Manufacturing Award being the primary component</li><li>Ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely delivery of payroll</li><li>Provide responsive, high-quality support to internal stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum <strong>5 years of end-to-end payroll experience</strong></li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to work independently</li><li>Solid systems experience; deally <strong>ADP Payforce</strong></li><li>Experience interpreting EBAs or awards</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused mindset</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's in it for you</strong></p><ol><li>Competitive salary package and company benefits</li><li>Direct mentorship from an experienced and highly knowledgeable Payroll Manager</li><li>Collaborative team structure with another Payroll Officer</li><li>High degree of ownership within a complex, multi-entity payroll environment</li><li>Exposure to system improvements, transformation projects, and ongoing process optimisation</li><li>Join a financially strong global organisation with long-term stability</li></ol><p> </p><p> </p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/WWFuaS5Cb3JtYW5zLjMwODA1LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-11-28T00:05:33Z
Accounts Payable Officer | 12m FTC
  • North Sydney, New South Wales
  • remote
  • Project
  • 80000 - 80000 AUD / Yearly
  • <table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="552"><p><strong> </strong><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>We're working with a well-regarded client in North Sydney seeking an Accounts Payable Officer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive finance team in a dynamic and stable business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Process high-volume invoices and staff expenses</li><li>Manage payment runs and supplier queries</li><li>Reconcile supplier accounts</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>To be considered for the position</strong></p><ul><li>Prior experience in accounts payable</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Experience with large ERPs</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGFzY2FsZS5EZXNwbGVudGVyZS4wNDkwNy4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2025-11-14T01:54:52Z
Compliance and Risk Lead | Fintech
  • Sydney, New South Wales
  • remote
  • Permanent placement
  • 180000 - 220000 AUD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We're partnering with an ambitious, fast-scaling Australian fintech that's building category-defining products in a complex and rapidly evolving financial services environment. With a unique operating model and major national partnerships already in place, the business is now ready to bring on its first dedicated Compliance and Risk Lead to help secure their next phase of growth.</p><p>This is a rare opportunity to own the function end-to-end, shape compliance from the ground up, and play a critical role in securing the organisation's AFSL and long-term regulatory maturity.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As the business continues to scale, you'll take the lead in building out a robust risk and compliance environment. You'll work closely with senior leadership across Legal, Finance, and Technology, operating in an environment that moves fast, stays agile, and values clear thinking.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You will:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive and finalise the AFSL application, then manage obligations going forward.</li><li>Design and implement core risk &amp; compliance frameworks across the business.</li><li>Review and approve processes to ensure ongoing regulatory alignment.</li><li>Act as a key governance figure, championing efficiencies and embedding best practice.</li><li>Quickly assess the current state and build a roadmap for future compliance maturity.</li><li>Partner closely with senior stakeholders on risk considerations for new products, partnerships, and expansion into broader B2B financial services.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally on data security initiatives, including SOC 2 and broader privacy frameworks.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Strong understanding of AFSL requirements, ideally with hands-on experience acquiring or managing.</li><li>Proven experience building and maturing compliance frameworks.</li><li>Ability to operate confidently in a dynamic, lightly structured environment.</li><li>A self-starter who can own the function end-to-end and influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including at board level.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><ul><li>Join a high-growth fintech solving meaningful problems at scale.</li><li>Shape the compliance function from day one, real autonomy, real impact.</li><li>Work alongside a highly capable leadership team in a business backed by significant market traction.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>This is a </strong>on-site <strong>position.</strong></p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFycmVuLktpbmdzdG9uLjI5MjU4LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-11-19T01:33:12Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Sydney CBD, New South Wales
  • remote
  • Permanent placement
  • 75000 - 80000 AUD / Yearly
  • <table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="552"><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Company:</span></p><p> </p><p>For one of our best clients in Financial Services we are recruiting an experienced Assistant Accountant to join an amazing Finance team in the heart of Sydney - reporting to the Finance Manager and working very closely with the Assistant Accountant. They have offices in Australia, the USA, and South Africa and use advanced automation and offshore teams for customer service and collections.</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Key Responsibilities:</span></p><p> </p><p>This position offers a true blend of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, giving you exposure across the full transactional function while also supporting the Finance Manager and Accountant with elements of month-end work. You'll join a close finance team of five, where collaboration and open communication are central to how the team operates.</p><p> </p><p>This will be a perfect role for someone who enjoys hands-on transactional work and wants to assist the wider finance team while continuing to build their technical accounting skills.</p><p> </p><p>Daily Bank Reconciliations</p><p> </p><ul><li>Perform daily bank reconciliations across multiple company accounts.</li><li>Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</li><li>Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all transactions are accurate and up to date.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Accounts Payable &amp; Receivable</p><p> </p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end AP and AR functions, supporting the full transaction lifecycle.</li><li>Process high-volume invoices accurately within approval workflows.</li><li>Ensure supplier payments are processed on time and maintain strong vendor relationships.</li><li>Monitor customer accounts, follow up on overdue invoices, and assist with credit control.</li><li>Maintain clean and accurate creditor and debtor ledgers.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Journal Entries &amp; General Ledger Support</p><p> </p><ul><li>Prepare and post journals with appropriate documentation, ensuring compliance with accounting policies.</li><li>Assist with general ledger maintenance including reclasses, corrections, and allocations.</li><li>Support regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Requirements:</span></p><p> </p><ul><li>A first experience as an Accounts Officer, ideally with experience in Financial Services</li><li>You are working towards your CPA qualification</li><li>Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</li><li>Very good in Microsoft Excel and system savvy</li><li>Excellent communication style</li></ul><p> </p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/WWFuaS5Cb3JtYW5zLjMwNjk3LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-11-21T05:01:06Z