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Rose Collins

Tarneit,VIC

Summary

Detail-oriented and highly experienced HR professional with over 7 years of comprehensive experience in payroll management and human resources. Proven track record of managing payroll processes with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. Skilled in utilising advanced payroll software and systems to streamline operations and enhance productivity. Demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive employee information. Adept at resolving payroll discrepancies and providing exceptional support to employees regarding payroll inquiries. Seeking to leverage my expertise in a payroll role to contribute to the continued success and operational excellence of the organisation.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Manager

Veolia Water Technologies
08.2023 - Current
  • Leading and managing a payroll team of 5, providing guidance and support.
  • Conducting performance evaluations and providing professional development opportunities for team members.
  • Overseeing and managing the entire payroll process for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely payment.
  • Responding to all complex payroll enquiries for managers & staff.
  • End to End payroll function for multiple entities for weekly, monthly & out of cycle pay-runs including reconciling EOFY & transmitting to the ATO.
  • Overseeing the accurate calculation and payment of employee taxes.
  • Reconciling payroll accounts and ensure accuracy of financial records.
  • Collaborating with the finance department to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Calculating and processing all termination payments including ETP’s, Redundancies and Resignations ensuring taxation compliancy.
  • Administering and reconciling all Workers Compensation claims.
  • Providing support and one on one training and technical assistance to Construction Site Managers on managing online timekeeping for their site staff.
  • Manage employee data changes, including new hires, terminations, and changes in employment status.
  • Reconcile and transmit all PAYG Withheld & superannuation payments ensuring Superannuation Legislative Compliancy.
  • Work with Auditors on all payroll requirements.

Senior Payroll Officer

Downer Group
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Manage and process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payroll runs for all Australia and NZ employees accurately and on time.
  • Ensure all payroll transactions are processed efficiently, including regular pay, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
  • Prepare and submit tax filings, including PAYG, PAYE, and other relevant tax returns for both Australia and New Zealand.
  • Monitor and manage the payroll inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses to employee inquiries and issues.
  • Oversee the payroll ticketing system, prioritising, and resolving tickets efficiently.
  • Auditing Long Service Leave, Personal Leave and Annual Leave accruals and balances and correcting in payroll and reporting systems.
  • Accurately calculate and withhold PAYG amounts from employee wages.
  • Ensure timely and accurate submission of PAYG withholding amounts to the ATO.
  • Prepare and lodge monthly or quarterly PAYG withholding reports.
  • Working with Senior Business Managers on staffing and rostering issues affecting bottom line labour costs.
  • Track and report on common payroll issues and trends, implementing solutions to improve service delivery.
  • Monthly superannuation reconciliation and payments.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to ensure alignment between payroll and financial records.

Payroll Officer

KPMG
08.2017 - 04.2022
  • Administer end to end payroll function across ACT, NSW, and QLD for approx 2,200 employees within legislative requirements.
  • Reconciling and reporting END of Financial Year PAYG & Payroll Taxes to the ATO.
  • Documenting payroll processes.
  • Managing leave entitlements, deductions, and reimbursements in payroll system.
  • System updates, integration, and legislation compliance.
  • Lodge Superannuation and liaise with insurance company for WorkCover payment.
  • Time and attendance system configured correctly according to EBA and award updates.
  • Managing payroll inbox and answering all payroll enquiries.
  • Prepare management reports and audits.
  • Collaborated with HR department to ensure accurate employee records, benefit deductions, and leave balances.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by responding to employee inquiries regarding payslips, deductions, taxes, and benefits in a timely manner.
  • Improved payroll accuracy by thoroughly reviewing timesheets and addressing discrepancies.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
07.2023

Bachelor of Civil Engineering -

Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW
11.2019

Skills

  • Payroll Processing
  • Reviewing timesheets
  • Payroll Auditing
  • Payroll System Implementation
  • Resolving discrepancies
  • Year-end Procedures

Accomplishments

  • Led Chris21 to SAP Payroll System Transition: Spearheaded the end-to-end transition from Chris21 to SAP at Veolia Water Technologies, overseeing a cross-functional project team of IT specialists, finance personnel, and HR administrators. As part of this initiative, I coordinated system data migration, managed stakeholder communication, and ensured seamless integration of both systems, improving payroll processing efficiency by 30%. Post-implementation, I provided training and support to the payroll team, significantly reducing errors in payroll outputs during the go-live phase.
  • Project Leadership in SAP Implementation: Successfully led the implementation of SAP for payroll management, directly managing a team of 5 payroll officers. I facilitated continuous improvement workshops, trained the team on the new system, and collaborated with the finance department to ensure alignment with corporate goals. My leadership enabled the team to transition smoothly to the new platform, enhancing accuracy in reporting and reducing payroll processing times by 25%.
  • Maintained Chris21 System Operations: Regularly maintained and updated Chris21 payroll systems to ensure compliance with legislative changes, EBA updates, and award configurations. I implemented regular audits and system checks that minimized discrepancies in payroll processing by 20%, thereby enhancing the accuracy of employee tax filings and superannuation contributions.
  • Leadership and Team Development: Provided ongoing leadership and mentorship to my payroll team during the system transition, focusing on performance evaluations, skill development, and fostering a collaborative environment. This resulted in a more efficient, well-trained team that adapted quickly to both Chris21 and SAP systems, improving team productivity and service delivery.

Timeline

Payroll Manager

Veolia Water Technologies
08.2023 - Current

Senior Payroll Officer

Downer Group
04.2022 - 08.2023

Payroll Officer

KPMG
08.2017 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Sydney

Bachelor of Civil Engineering -

Western Sydney University
Rose Collins