Our client is seeking a highly skilled Payroll Officer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a respected organisation, where you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all staff in accordance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and organisational policies. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to continuous improvement.

What you'll do:

As a Payroll Officer, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all staff. This includes everything from preparing wages to maintaining relevant records. You'll also handle backpays, employee terminations, redundancies, and more. Your excellent communication skills will come into play as you respond to payroll-related queries from both employees and managers. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation will be a key part of your role. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the organisation.

• Process end-to-end payroll including preparation and processing of wages, workers' compensation, government parental leave, AccessPay, end-of-month and end-of-the-year processing and maintenance of relevant records.
• Calculate and process backpays.
• Process employee terminations and redundancies in accordance with relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure all payroll documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with relevant legislation.
• Ensure correct reconciliation and process payment of leave entitlements, deductions, and payment of superannuation, payroll taxes and PAYG withholding including liaison with external funds and salary packaging supplier.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Payroll Officer position brings a wealth of experience in payroll processing for large teams. You have a deep understanding of payroll processes as well as taxation, superannuation, and Fair Work legislation. Your high level of attention to detail ensures accuracy in all tasks you undertake. Despite working under pressure or tight deadlines, you maintain professionalism at all times. Your excellent communication skills make you adept at handling queries from employees or managers. Relevant qualifications in payroll or accounting would be advantageous.

• Demonstrated experience in payroll processing for up to 2000 employees.
• Working knowledge of payroll processes and understanding of taxation, superannuation, and Fair Work legislation.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Relevant qualifications in payroll or accounting are desirable.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a respected organisation that values heritage, ethical practices, respect for individuals, quality services, and effective stewardship. They are committed to being an employer of choice and environmentally responsible. They offer a supportive work environment where continuous learning and development are encouraged.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Vreni van Herk on 61 2 8289 3157 for a confidential discussion.