Payroll Officer

Kennedy Reid · Melbourne VIC · Full time
Posted 11d ago

Payroll Officer

Kennedy Reid
Melbourne VIC

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Full time

~$350k+(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Process fortnightly payroll for approximately 850 employees.
  • Assist with employee onboarding, terminations, leave and payroll adjustments.
  • Liaise with an external payroll provider to resolve processing issues.

The Company

Our client is an established organisation seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join its Melbourne team on a 12-month contract.
You'll be working alongside an experienced team in a collaborative environment where accuracy, teamwork and a positive approach to problem-solving are valued.

The Role

Working closely with the wider payroll and finance teams, you'll support the accurate and timely delivery of payroll for approximately 850 employees.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Process fortnightly payroll and support a small monthly payroll.
     
  • Prepare payroll inputs and review reports to ensure accuracy.
     
  • Assist with employee onboarding, terminations, leave and payroll adjustments.
     
  • Investigate payroll discrepancies and respond to employee enquiries.
     
  • Complete payroll reconciliations and support statutory reporting.
     
  • Liaise with an external payroll provider to resolve processing issues.
     
  • Work closely with Finance and HR to maintain accurate payroll records.
     
  • Support improvements to payroll processes and documentation where required.
     

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys the operational side of payroll and takes pride in getting things right.

You'll bring:

  • Minimum 2 years' hands-on Australian payroll experience.
     
  • Good understanding of payroll processing, superannuation, PAYG and leave entitlements.
     
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to payroll deadlines.
     
  • A collaborative approach and confidence communicating with employees and internal stakeholders.
     

Highly regarded (but not essential):

- Experience with ADP or another outsourced payroll provider.

Why You'll Love This Role

  • $400 per day + super.
     
  • 12-month contract with an established organisation.
     
  • Work from home Monday and Friday, with three days in the Melbourne CBD office.
     
  • Join an experienced payroll team where you can develop your skills and contribute from day one.
     

If you're an experienced Payroll Officer who enjoys hands-on processing, working with a supportive team and delivering accurate payroll outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

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Skills

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Attention to detailAutomated payrollCollaborativeEmployee onboardingEmployee terminationsLeave entitlementsMicrosoft excelPaygPayroll adjustmentsPayroll discrepancy investigationPayroll reconciliationPayroll software (e.g., adp)Problem solvingStakeholder communicationStatutory reportingSuperannuationTeamwork

Perks & benefits

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$400 per day + super12-month contractWork from home monday and friday

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