Payroll Advisor | Merivale

Our Story 

Owned and run by the Hemmes family for over 60 years, Merivale began as a fashion house that led Sydney into the swinging-sixties for all things music and fashion. With a knack for creativity, “The House of Merivale” injected a new energy into the theatre of Sydney transforming the brand to what we know now as one of the largest leading hospitality empires in Australia. 

Remaining true to our heritage, our aim is to bring a little magic into the everyday. We are constantly growing and pushing the boundaries in over 90+ venues to encapsulate a unique and best-in-class experience no matter where you go. Each space is carefully executed with the same attention to detail across a seemingly endless supply of inspired concepts, restaurants, bars, cafes, pubs, nightlife, and retail. 

The Role

Merivale is looking for an experience and detail-oriented Payroll Advisor to join our People Experience Team on a full-time basis. This will be on a max term parental leave cover for 13-months (June 2025 – July 2026).  Supporting a high-volume weekly payroll of approximately 4,500 employees, this role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and is passionate about delivering accurate, efficient payroll services.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the payroll team to ensure timely and accurate weekly payroll processing.
• Review and analyse weekly timesheets, following up on discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate employee payroll data.
• Respond to payroll queries with professionalism and efficiency.
• Process ad hoc payments including terminations, long service leave and back pay calculations.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly superannuation and payroll tax.
• Assist with process improvement and support the wider People Experience Team in various initiatives.
• Work across key systems including SAP SuccessFactors, Employee Central Payroll and UKG Pro Dimensions.

About you:

• Payroll experience (ideally in hospitality or a high-volume environment).
• High attention to detail and a commitment to following established processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident with payroll systems.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• A genuine interest or background in the hospitality industry is a bonus.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbally across all levels of internal stakeholders.

The Reward 

You will be joining a company that wants you to succeed, we offer:   

• Competitive Salary.  
• Amazing discounts at 90+ venues.  
• Free lunches in venue every day!  
• Career and development opportunities through the Merivale Academy. 
• Employee Assistance Program. 
• Employee Referral Program.