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Payroll Governance Consultant

  • 806353
  • VIC- Melbourne CBD
  • Accounting/Corporate Finance
  • People & Culture
  • Fixed term Full time
  • Opening at: May 13 2026 - 06:00 AEST
  • Closing at: Jun 3 2026 - 17:00 AEST
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  • Join a high-performing business, backing talented individuals as a Payroll Governance Consultant ​at NAB!
  • Opportunity to build your skills and experience in Payroll whilst thriving in a complex, fast paced and agile environment
  • 12-month fixed term contract opportunity

Our people are customer obsessed. They prioritise the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else.  Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we strive to be the most customer centric company in Australia and New Zealand.

In the role of Consultant, Payroll Governance, 12 month fixed term contract, you will join the Payroll Governance team in People & Culture, that’s doubling down on making a tangible difference to customers while keeping it simple.

Each day, you’ll go above and beyond to:

  • Complete investigations and reconciliations of payroll data and information
  • Gather requirements for technology and processes for legislative changes
  • Assist in the development of new processes and procedures
  • Work with Payroll Leads to ensure process maps and work instructions are accurate and up to date
  • Maintain focus on risk, compliance and ensure adequate controls are in place
  • Delivery of payroll reconciliation and investigation activity
  • Investigate and resolve issues submitted by current and former colleagues, escalated issues from Colleague Services and issues received from Group Audit
  • Leverage payroll SME knowledge to support the delivery of payroll project outcomes
  • Delivery of payroll related activities for the Operational Excellence function working with various partners.
  • Leverage payroll knowledge to review, design and improve payroll processes & systems
  • Complete payroll governance activities

We’re looking for the brightest to deliver the best for our customers. You’ll need:

  • Payroll experience in a complex corporate environment
  • Proven experience using payroll systems preferably SAP 
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to pick up the phone and have a conversation
  • Ability to interpret complex information and translate into accurate outcomes
  • Outcome-oriented and be comfortable working in a fast paced and changing environment
  • Problem solving using a variety of HR solutions and tools to delivery HR strategy HR products, services and processes
  • Operational excellence, including operations and customer centric delivery

A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone 

We know that our people make us who we are. That's why we have built a culture of equity and respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. In partnership with our multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) we continue to foster an inclusive environment, where all NAB colleagues’ unique backgrounds and identities are understood, respected and celebrated. We are committed to providing an environment where you can work your way.

For details on the recruitment process, and accessibility, please visit https://www.nab.com.au/about-us/careers/apply-for-job. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact the NAB Careers team, via nab.careers@nab.com.au (please reference job number) or visit our Careers page through the link above for other contact options. 

Join NAB

If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted. 

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