Payroll Coordinator

Description

Tesla is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to join our team supporting Australia and New Zealand. We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Coordinator to support the accurate, timely, and fully compliant processing of employee payroll in accordance with Australian federal and state regulations, modern awards, and industry-specific award conditions. The ideal candidate will manage end-to-end payroll operations, including the integration of data from leave management systems, staff rostering platforms, and HRIS, ensuring seamless, and error-free information flow into payroll. The role plays a critical part in supporting employee satisfaction through reliable compensation delivery and is critical in maintaining compliance with the Fair Work Act 2009, Superannuation Guarantee (SG), PAYG withholding, ATO requirements, and award-based entitlements (e.g., penalty rates, shift loadings, overtime, allowances).

The Payroll Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring Tesla is an exceptional place to work, partnering with leaders and employees across the business. By being driven, innovative, collaborative, and trustworthy, our HR team delivers impactful results every day. If you are passionate about creating positive change and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply.

This role is fulltime, permanent and based in our Sydney Headquarters. We also are happy to consider part time (4 days per week) if preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage monthly and fortnightly payroll reporting, including leave reports, overtime reports, and reconciliations in collaboration with the payroll team.

Administration of HROS, including Internal Leave and Rostering Systems.

Maintain an understanding of HR policies, procedures, basic employment law, and regulations related to payroll and modern industry awards. Knowledge of these areas for New Zealand a plus.

Assists with system upgrades, testing and troubleshooting system errors relating to HROS and internal Leave and Rostering Systems.

Conduct internal auditing of payroll & leave reporting.

Respond to day-to-day employee queries through our e-ticketing system.

Support with internal communications to employees.

Manage Workers Compensation Annual premium submissions.

Contribute to the planning and execution of employee engagement activities.

Manage and optimize employee benefit programs. Identify opportunities to standardize and improve HR & Payroll processes and programs.

Provide ad-hoc project and HR operational assistance as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• At least 2-3 years in an HR/Payroll Coordinator or similar role.
• Familiarity with handling workplace queries related to leave balances, pay, and payroll processes.
• Proficient in using internal HR systems.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and statutes.
• Resourceful and self-motivated, with the ability to navigate and succeed in dynamic environments.
• Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with data analytics is a plus.

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Compensation & Benefits

Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees:
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - Purchase Tesla stock twice per year at a 15% discount
Parental leave (no minimum employment period)
Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay
Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay
Miscarriage leave - 10 days

Employee Vehicle Loan Program

• Novated Leasing (AU only)
• Employee Vehicle Finance program (AU only) - Tesla subsidises your loan interest
• Well-being Fund – An annual allowance of $950 USD for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them
• Health insurance discounts (AU only)
• Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work
• Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential counselling for all staff and their families

Annual Flu Vaccines

Birthday Leave, Cultural Significance Leave and Volunteer Leave

Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.