Payroll Systems, Compliance & Governance Manager

About the role

Metcash is looking for a Payroll Systems, Compliance & Governance Manager to own the systems, governance and compliance that support accurate and effective payroll. The role combines payroll expertise with systems and risk management to strengthen controls, optimise Chris21 and help drive automation and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Own and optimise Chris21, including configuration, security, upgrades and system integrity.
• Lead payroll audits, compliance reviews and risk remediation.
• Strengthen payroll governance, controls and processes.
• Analyse payroll data to identify risks, discrepancies and improvement opportunities.
• Partner across Payroll, P&C, Finance, IT and Time & Attendance.
• Support payroll integrations, automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with payroll legislation, tax and reporting obligations.

Required profile

• 7+ years of payroll management experience.
• Strong expertise in payroll compliance, governance, risk and auditing.
• Knowledge of Awards, EBAs, payroll tax and relevant legislation.
• Experience with payroll and Time & Attendance systems.
• Experience with Chris21 or iChris systems highly regarded.

Required skills

• Strong analytical skills and experience with large payroll datasets.
• Advanced Excel and payroll systems capability.
• Stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.

What we offer

• Family friendly accredited employer with additional leave benefits.
• Free onsite parking and hybrid working arrangements.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• A values-led workplace recognised for inclusion, mental health and pay equity.