Compensation Specialist

We are looking for a Compensation Specialist to join us in a full-time capacity on a fixed-term contract based at our HQ on the Gold Coast. You will play a vital role in ensuring our people are paid accurately and fairly across Australia, New Zealand, and supporting the UK. Managing payroll with confidence, providing thoughtful strategic advice, and supporting our managers and executive team as a trusted partner.

What you will be doing:

• Assist with the implementation and operation of compensation structures by providing expertise and advice regarding compensation and benefits for new and existing positions.
• Collect internal and external data to conduct compensation analysis to provide input into managerial decisions.
• Conduct job evaluations and build salary structures that will connect to the employee Development and Talent Mapping framework.
• Drive and participate in annual salary reviews while assessing compensation structure and market competitiveness.
• Prepare and process regular payroll for AU, NZ and supporting the UK, to ensure staff are remunerated in accordance with their contracts of employment and legislative requirements.
• Calculate and process all pay-related amendments and allowances.
• Carry out system audits, review and refine existing payroll processes, and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare, submit, and reconcile Superannuation Contributions within the required timeframes.
• Coordinate WorkCover administration.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Employment Law, Taxation, Superannuation, Legislation and Award changes, and National Employment Standards.
• Ensure the on-time submission of returns (e.g., PAYG and Payroll Tax).
• Perform reconciliation of payroll in accordance with month-end and year-end requirements.
• Ensure all compensation and payroll activities comply with local laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit statutory filings and reports as required.
• Provide regular and ad-hoc reports to senior management.

About you:

• Certificate or Diploma in Payroll Management.
• Solid experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation (Fair Work Act, NES, KiwiSaver, UK PAYE etc.).
• Experience interpreting awards, EBAs, and contracts.
• Strong systems’ skills.
• High attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to advise managers on pay, tax, superannuation, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and complete product lifecycle management.

What we can offer you:

• A dynamic, supportive team environment.
• State-of-the-art HQ with an on-site gym and Pilates studio.
• Complementary daily breakfast when working on-site.
• Complimentary daily drink at our beautiful on-site cafe: Cafe Junie.
• Opportunity to connect with your team and the wider ABI team through social events, team-building activities, and a collaborative working environment.

If this sounds like your ideal role, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply with a resume and cover letter.

About ABI Interiors:

ABI Interiors is an Australian family business that was established in 2016 after recognising a gap in the market for high-quality, coloured architectural hardware.

Today, we pride ourselves on designing and developing a comprehensive range of everyday-use products. These products include (not exclusively) bathroom, kitchen, household, residential, and commercial fixtures and fittings that are of an exemplary standard. Our in-house Research and Development Team uses cutting-edge technology to actualise simplicity, longevity, and durability as the foundation for our designs.

Our promise of quality extends beyond our product offering. We adopt a holistic approach, meaning we strive to uphold excellence across every touchpoint of the ABI Interiors experience.

Guided by quality, trust, innovation, passion, and responsibility, our team all share the same belief and commitment that we can enrich lives by enriching spaces.