Payroll Officer
Perth, Western Australia

Reach Beyond!
CHC Helicopter is a leader in the provision of helicopter support to the offshore energy market, search & rescue, and government departments, as well as organizations requiring helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul services through its Heli-One division.

For more than 75 years, CHC Helicopter has provided safe, reliable, and cost-effective helicopter services in some of the most remote and challenging environments around the world. Our dedication to safety and reputation for quality and innovation help our customers reach beyond what they thought possible.

We have an opportunity for a talented Payroll Officer person to join our team in West Perth, WA. The Payroll Officer will be responsible for all payroll tasks within the Australian region and will report to the Controller.

All you have to do is get on board.

As a Payroll Officer, you will be at the forefront of ensuring all payroll tasks are completed in a timely fashion and in accordance with company policy and procedures.

Primary Payroll Duties:

• Be the primary point of contact for all payroll matters related to fortnightly and Monthly payroll and year end payroll filings.
• Provide assistance and advice to the business and employees regarding taxes, superannuation, allowances, and expenses.
• Payroll support for corporate staff, employees under Enterprise Agreements and oversees taxation.
• Process fortnightly payroll including expense and allowance claims.
• File and submit all payroll taxes, superannuation, insurances, and employee benefit related costs.
• Maintain employee payroll electronic files together with the 3rd party payroll service provider.
• Collaborate with HR (Human Resources) to maintain company processes and controls over administration of employee compensation.
• Maintain payroll function for (HR) Compensation (related inquiries).

Primary Accounting Duties:

• Balance Sheet Reconciliations for Payroll related accounts
• Audit support for Payroll related matters

To be successful in the Payroll Officer position, you will have the following attributes.

Qualifications:

• General knowledge of accounting principles and booking practices
• Degree qualified in Payroll & Bookkeeping or Finance is desirable.

Skills/Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years payroll experience within a medium to large tier organization with experience with payroll on multi-union agreements would be beneficial
• Sound understanding of Australian payroll taxation, superannuation and terminations including taxation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Packages, particularly with Word and Advanced Excel skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills and ability to leverage technology
• Excellent communication both written and verbal
• Excellent Interpersonal skills with the ability to establish relationships at all levels.

Behaviours:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong initiative with a hands-on approach in addressing day to day issues
• Proven ability to build relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written on all employee queries.
• Agile approach towards change to meet business objectives.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to deliver business goals and objectives.

At CHC we believe a diverse workforce makes us stronger. We want our people to be proud of who they are and where they come from. We will support our colleagues to work safely together, take care of each other and feel empowered and valued in sharing ideas as we create an organisation where we celebrate our differences.

Our commitment to maintaining and growing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can achieve their full potential, will ensure a strong and sustainable future for everyone.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from diverse backgrounds.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement or start interviewing suitable perspective applicants without waiting for the full 30-day advertising period to close. Therefore, we urge suitable applicants to submit their application as soon as possible.