Senior Finance Associate – Payroll

Job Location: Ideally based out of Edinburgh Parks SA, however other major BAE Office locations throughout Australia may be considered.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems (BAES) and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

As one of our Senior Finance Associate’s supporting Payroll, you’ll be at the heart of delivering a payroll experience our people can trust. Combining payroll expertise, systems knowledge, and a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll ensure accurate and timely payments, provide specialist advice on complex payroll matters, drive compliance, and contribute to a high-performing payroll team. Your work will directly contribute to operational excellence, employee satisfaction, and business success.

Core Duties:

• Delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services within a large and complex organisational environment, ensuring payroll deadlines and service standards are consistently met.

• Providing expert payroll advice to stakeholders, resolving complex payroll queries and interpreting relevant policies, procedures, awards and enterprise agreements.

• Ensuring payroll compliance and governance through accurate record-keeping, strong data integrity, and adherence to legislative, statutory, privacy, and organisational requirements

• Maintaining and utilising Oracle payroll and time and attendance systems to support efficient payroll processing and employee data management.

• Coaching, training, and supporting team members to embrace knowledge sharing, developing capability, and to contribute towards a collaborative, high-performing payroll function.

• Manage competing priorities and deadlines, ensuring quality payroll outcomes are delivered in a timely manner.

About You:

• Extensive experience in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services within a large and complex organisation.

• Sound knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory obligations, awards, enterprise agreements, compliance requirements, and relevant HR policies.

• Experience using Oracle payroll, HR and time and attendance systems to support payroll operations and data management.

• Ability to provide expert payroll advice, interpret policies and agreements, and resolve complex payroll queries.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outcomes.

• Self-motivated and results-driven, with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and deliver customer-focused service.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, along with Oracle HR and Payroll systems

• As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.