Payroll Accountant (12-Month Contract)

Payroll Accountant (12-Month Contract)

Foot Locker Australia Holdings, LLC. is seeking a Payroll Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role is based in Murarrie.

Responsibilities:

• Record payroll-related activities in the General Ledger, ensuring accuracy and maintaining reconciled accounts.
• Partner with Workforce Management and cross-functional teams to support wage budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
• Manage month-end and year-end payroll closing activities and accruals.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for payroll accounts.
• Deliver wage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide KPI reporting and payroll insights to business stakeholders.
• Calculate and reconcile bonus payments and wage-related costs.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls.
• Partner with HR, FP&A, Payroll Operations, and other teams on payroll matters.
• Identify process improvements and efficiency opportunities.

About You:

• 3–5 years’ experience in accounting or financial analysis.
• Payroll accounting experience or strong understanding of payroll processes.
• Understanding of wage reporting and metrics would be highly regarded.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience handling large data sets.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Why Foot Locker?

• Be part of a global, iconic retail brand with bold growth ambitions.
• Generous Employee Discount.
• Hybrid work arrangement with on-site parking.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contribution.

Application Instructions:

Please submit your application to apply.