Senior Payroll Officer

Overview

  Are you a payroll professional looking for a new challenge with a globally recognised brand?  Foot Locker is looking for a Senior Payroll Officer to join our Payroll team! In this role, you'll manage the end-to-end payroll process, including payroll calculations, time and attendance reviews, Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting, tax and superannuation lodgments, and payroll enquiries.  We're looking for a self-motivated problem solver who enjoys taking ownership of their work, thrives on autonomy, and can work confidently both independently and as part of a team.    

Responsibilities

Payroll Processing & Operations

• Manage end-to-end payroll for Australia and New Zealand, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Review and validate payroll data, including time and attendance, leave, allowances, deductions and employee changes.
• Process termination payments, payroll adjustments and off-cycle payments.

Payroll Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, awards, internal controls and SOX requirements.
• Manage statutory obligations, including payroll tax, superannuation, STP reporting and Payday Filing.
• Perform payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, month-end and year-end reporting, and support payroll audits.

Stakeholder Support & Collaboration

• Respond to payroll enquiries from employees, managers and HR, providing timely and accurate advice.
• Partner with HR, HRIS and operational teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and maintain data accuracy.

Process & System Improvements

• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, systems and internal controls.
• Support payroll system enhancements, testing and broader APAC payroll initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' payroll experience in a high-volume, multi-site environment.

• Proven experience independently managing end-to-end Australian payroll, with New Zealand payroll experience highly regarded.

• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards and statutory obligations, including payroll tax, superannuation, STP and year-end processes.

• Demonstrated ability to investigate and resolve payment variances at the employee level and across systems with a high degree of precision

• Experience with payroll and time and attendance systems, such as PeopleSoft, Rockfast, UKG/Kronos or ADP.

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, PivotTables and data analysis.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet critical deadlines.

• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take ownership, work independently and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

Benefits

• Be part of an iconic global retail brand with bold growth ambitions. 

• Enjoy a generous teammate discount and wear your favourite kicks to work. 

• Access hybrid working arrangements and on-site parking, where applicable. 

• Benefit from ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities. 

• Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contribution. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Foot Locker, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be their authentic self. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

If you're excited by the opportunity to join Foot Locker and build your career with us, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today!