Payroll / IR Advisor

Job Details Southbank location with 2 days WFH; Initial 3 month contract with view to extend to 12; and Working across 9 Awards! We are partnering with a fantastic Melbourne-based organisation on a confidential Industrial Relations / Payroll Audit project. This is an initial 3 month contract, with a view to extending to 12 months. Working alongside the CFO and IR Manager, you will conduct payroll audits and detailed Modern Award interpretation and classification reviews. Main responsibilities will include: Interpret Award provisions, including rates, penalties, allowances and overtime; Reconcile Award rates against salary packages during onboarding and payroll; Track Industrial Relations projects and key milestones; Review payroll system rules to ensure accurate and compliant payments; Conduct payroll audits and identify compliance risks; Maintain payroll controls, procedures and business continuity plans; and Support compliance training and provide practical Award guidance to managers and employees. You will bring: Experience in Industrial Relations, payroll compliance and award interpretation; Strong understanding of Modern Awards, classifications and pay rates; Experience conducting payroll audits and salary reconciliations; Experience reviewing payroll systems, processes and compliance controls; Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; and Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex requirements clearly. This position will ideally commence immediately. How to apply: At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or phone the above-mentioned u&u consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments. Additionally, for a barrier-free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u’s opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at https://www.uandu.com/jobs. Please submit your resume in Word format only.