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Payroll Officer (TEMP)

Kennedy Reid
Sydney, NSW
A$50-$60 p/h + super
Accounting → Payroll
Contract
Hybrid

Posted 3 days ago


We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Officer on a temporary basis (4-6 weeks with the possibility to extend) to join a collaborative and supportive payroll team of three. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring award compliance, accurate payroll delivery and providing advice to People & Culture and employees.

What you’ll do

  • Deliver accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing
  • Ensure compliance with Modern Awards, legislation, and tax obligations (PAYG, Super, Payroll Tax)
  • Maintain employee records, manage leave entitlements, and process onboarding/terminations
  • Conduct reconciliations, reporting, and identify any payroll discrepancies or underpayments
  • Partner with People & Culture and Finance teams to provide payroll advice and support

What we’re looking for

  • 3+ years payroll experience with strong knowledge of Australian Modern Awards
  • High level Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs, index match, formulas)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies
  • Confident communicator who can clearly present findings and advice
  • Experience with Workday is a plus, but not essential

Why you’ll love it here

  • Be part of a supportive, easy-going team with a great office culture
  • Flexible hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days WFH)
  • Work in the heart of Sydney CBD

Start date: ASAP


About Kennedy Reid

Moorabbin, VIC, Australia

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