Payroll Administrator

Michael Page
Melbourne, VIC
A$75,000-$80,000 p/a + Super
Accounting → Payroll
Contract
Hybrid

Posted 6 days ago


Join a nationally recognised organisation where you'll play a key role in ensuring payroll accuracy and supporting workforce operations through advanced time and attendance systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative team, working with an industry-leading platform like Kronos (UKG)

Client Details

Our client is a well-established national organisation with a strong presence across Australia, known for delivering essential services that support large-scale operations. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and workforce excellence, they offer a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to business outcomes.

Description

As a Payroll Administrator, you'll be a key part of a collaborative team, supporting payroll operations for a large and diverse workforce. Your role will focus on ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in time and attendance data management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process and maintain payroll-related data with precision and timeliness.
  • Audit time and attendance records to ensure compliance with awards, agreements, and company policies.
  • Resolve payroll queries and provide support to operational leaders.
  • Assist with system updates and testing related to payroll configuration.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and project work.
  • Support training and documentation of payroll procedures.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across payroll, HR, and operations.

Profile

To thrive in this role, you'll bring a strong foundation in payroll or finance administration, along with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

You will have:

  • 2+ years' experience in payroll, finance, or data administration.
  • Familiarity with time and attendance systems (UKG Pro / Kronos highly regarded).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • A collaborative mindset and willingness to support process improvements.
  • Commitment to a 12-month fixed term contract and ability to start ASAP.

Job Offer

  • Competitive salary: $75,000-$80,000 + super.
  • Hybrid working model: 4 days in office, 1 day from home.
  • Convenient office location with easy access to public transport.
  • Hands-on experience with industry-leading systems like UKG Pro and Kronos.
  • Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team in a nationally recognised organisation.
  • Exposure to large-scale payroll operations and process improvement initiatives.
  • Immediate start available with a clear 12-month contract commitment.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Fraser Daniels on +61386166223.


About Michael Page

Sydney, NSW, Australia

This company does not have any further information provided at this time. We encourage you to research the company by searching for them to learn more about the company or role in question before applying.

Looking for More Opportunities?

Explore more jobs with upfront salary details that respect your worth.

Payroll Officer

Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

Logo for Payroll Officer
Melbourne, VIC
A$56.49 p/h
Contract
Hybrid

Payroll Systems Administrator

University of Melbourne

Logo for Payroll Systems Administrator
Melbourne, VIC
A$109,093-$118,091 p/a
Full-time
Hybrid

Payroll Systems Administrator - Ascender Pay

University of Melbourne

Logo for Payroll Systems Administrator - Ascender Pay
Parkville, VIC
A$109,093-$118,091 p/a
Full-time
Hybrid

Payroll Administrator - Full-time or Part-time

Mars Recruitment

Logo for Payroll Administrator - Full-time or Part-time
Kew, VIC
A$80,000-$85,000 p/a
Full-time
Hybrid

Payroll Officer

Mars Recruitment

Logo for Payroll Officer
Hawthorn, VIC
A$90,000-$105,000 p/a
Contract
Hybrid

Payroll / HR Support Officer

Veritas Recruitment

Logo for Payroll / HR Support Officer
Braeside, VIC
A$90,000-$95,000 p/a
Full-time
Hybrid

Human Resources & Payroll Officer

Randstad - Accounting & Finance

Dandenong, VIC
A$90,000-$110,000 p/a
Contract
Hybrid

Payroll Officer

Randstad - Accounting & Finance

Frankston, VIC
A$35-$40 p/h
Contract
Hybrid