• Fun, rewarding, people first culture. 
• Signature career development program. 
• Flexible / hybrid working environment. 

It’s not just what you do at KFC. It’s the way you do it.  

Here, everyone has a seat at our table. We feed our people’s potential to be Original - to be their best selves, make a difference and have fun!  

As our Payroll Manager for KFC South Pacific, you’ll manage payroll operations (including wages, allowances, superannuation, share ownership programs, system interfaces, business reports) for approx. 4,000 award-based employees and 300 award free employees across two entities. 

ABOUT YOU – OUR NEXT ORIGINAL  

• You’ll embrace our people first culture! 
• Tertiary Qualification in accounting/finance or business preferred. 
• Proven accounting/finance experience, including commercial exposure. 
• Understanding of SQL database structure and providing guidance for interface data files highly preferred. 
• Experience with in-house payroll system, Chris21 highly regarded. 
• Strong stakeholder relationship management capabilities.  
• Self-starter with the ability maintain composure under pressure or when working to deadlines. 
• Detail-oriented and analytical. 
• Spreadsheet and systems proficiency. 
• Positive attitude for collaborative culture. 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF YOUR NEW ROLE 

• Oversee and manage the entire payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. 
• Process monthly payroll for employees, including handling all aspects of salary calculations, deductions, and bonuses. 
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements related to payroll, including tax regulations, pension schemes, and other legal obligations. 
• Prepare and submit accurate payroll reports to relevant authorities, maintaining a comprehensive and up-to-date record of all payroll activities. 
• Lead and manage the payroll team, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure a high level of performance and professionalism. 
• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to streamline processes and enhance efficiency within the team. 
• Continuously evaluate and enhance the payroll system and processes to drive efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness. 
• Identify opportunities for automation and implement solutions to streamline payroll operations. 
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes and data management. 
• Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and provide clear and accurate information to employees and stakeholders. 

BUCKETS OF BENEFITS 

• A culture where you can be your original self. 
• Salary continuance cover for all permanent employees. 
• Monthly mobile phone and home internet contributions. 
• Flexible work initiatives, including half day Fridays. 
• Additional days of leave each year to focus on your Wellbeing.   
• Signature career development and leadership programs. 
• Corporate KFC Culture Club initiatives. 
• Employee discounts at KFC restaurants. 
• Free onsite secure parking at Frenchs Forest. 

WHO WE ARE 

Take one man with a big idea, add 11 herbs and spices, grit, ambition and buckets of heart – you’ve got KFC. Since 1952, we’ve been bringing finger lickin’ good chicken to the world. But without our people, The Originals, none of it would be possible. Everyone at KFC is different. Unique. It’s what makes us special. We’ll always be original. And we welcome you join us; to bring it. Your energy, grit, spirit and story.  

JOIN OUR ORIGINAL TEAM!  

There’s all kinds of potential here! Explore new paths and choose where your career takes you. Whatever your journey looks like, we’ll help you get there, because we take your goals seriously. Apply now. 

Here at KFC, we see ourselves as an equal opportunity employer. This means it’s a level playing field for all. Our work environment is fully inclusive and we strive for a workplace where diversity of thought and perspective is welcomed, sought out and developed. No matter who you are or where you’re from, people from all walks of life are encouraged to apply to join the KFC family. This means no matter your gender identity, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability, life stage or other legally protected status – you’ve always got a seat at our table.