About the job

Thrive Business Solutions specialises in bookkeeping, payroll, and corporate back-office solutions, supporting clients in the labour hire and NDIS sectors. We make business easier for our clients by keeping their operations organised and running smoothly, so they can focus on what matters most.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Services Lead to take ownership of salaried, casual, and permanent part-time payruns across multiple awards, while overseeing and managing a remote team. This is a client-facing role, working directly with our clients to ensure smooth payroll operations and provide exceptional service. The role offers flexibility in arrangement, whether permanent part-time, contract, or other setups, and is ideal for someone looking to grow with a forward-thinking, supportive business. While this is a full-time remote work-from-home role, the position is Brisbane-based as there will be the occasional in-person meetings.

What we offer

• Flexibility and 100% remote work

• Open to discussion on hours and arrangements

• Start in the New Year

• Supportive team culture with genuine growth opportunities

About you

• Expertise in payroll management and processing, with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in financial reporting, accounting software, and compliance requirements

• Xero experience is required for this role

• Strong payroll experience in multi-award environments, ideally in labour hire or NDIS

• Minimum 3-5 years of payroll experience is required

• Experience managing the SCHADS Award

• Proven ability to manage salaried, casual, and permanent part-time payruns with accuracy

• Experience overseeing and managing a remote team

• Minimum 1+ years of team management experience is required

• Understanding of general bookkeeping and month-end processes

• Experience in system administration, continuous improvement, and implementation

• Client relationship management and excellent communication skills

• Proactive problem-solving skills and a process improvement mindset

• Motivated to grow within a dynamic, forward-thinking business

• Australian work rights are essential for this position

If you're ready to step into a role where you can make an impact and grow with our business, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Apply

Please send your resume along with a brief cover letter that shares your experience and gives us a glimpse of who you are, both professionally and personally tochelsea.landl@thrivesolutions.com.au

Applications from outsourced service providers or practices will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you!