Payroll Team Leader

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• People and Culture Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 6
• Total Remuneration $114,962 to $123,815 pa (including salary of $97,145 to $104,626 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

CQUniversity’s People and Culture Directorate delivers quality human resources services that support staff across payroll, recruitment, employee relations and workforce development. The Directorate plays an important role in ensuring compliance with employment legislation and enterprise agreements, maintaining accurate payroll operations, and supporting a positive employee experience across the University.

As Payroll Team Leader, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the Payroll Team, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for all University staff. You will mentor and support team members, provide expert advice on complex payroll matters, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, awards, enterprise agreements and University policies.

Working with a diverse range of stakeholders, you will contribute to process improvements, system efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives that support effective payroll operations and service delivery.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused professional with demonstrated payroll experience, strong leadership capability and a commitment to customer service excellence. Experience with systems such as aPay (Ascender) or SAP Success Factors will be highly regarded.

At CQUniversity, you will join a collaborative and supportive team environment where your expertise will contribute to delivering a reliable and professional payroll service for staff across the University.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated experience leading operational teams and mentoring staff to achieve high performance.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation and enterprise agreements.
• Proven ability to manage complex payroll processes and deliver accurate, timely and compliant outcomes.
• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in payroll systems such as aPay/Ascender or SAP Success Factors, along with MS Office applications.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 7 June 2026

  
Job Requisition ID: 7357

Contact Details: 

Lisa Harth

(07) 4930 6539

l.harth@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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