Payroll Officer

• 10 month contract

About Our Client

Our client is a large, well-established Australian organisation with a strong reputation for innovation, customer service and operational excellence. Employing a sizeable national workforce, they are committed to investing in their people, fostering a collaborative culture, and providing employees with the tools and support needed to succeed.

Job Description

The Payroll Officer will be responsible for:

• End-to-end payroll processing across regular pay cycles
• Providing payroll advice and support to employees and managers
• Maintaining accurate employee payroll records and documentation
• Interpreting time and attendance data to ensure accurate payroll outcomes
• Assisting with payroll compliance, superannuation, taxation and legislative requirements
• Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies and system-related issues
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and payroll process enhancements
• Collaborating with HR, systems, reporting and compliance teams to achieve payroll objectives

The Successful Applicant

The successful Payroll Officer should have:

• Previous payroll experience within a medium-to-large organisation
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance requirements and best practice
• Experience working with payroll and HRIS systems
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A proactive, team-focused approach with a continuous improvement mindset
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

What's on Offer

• A salary of up to $85,000 + Super
• 10 Month Contract
• Supportive and collaborative payroll leadership team
• Hybrid working arrangements and flexibility
• Positive team culture focused on learning, collaboration and service excellence
• Competitive salary package based on experience