On Offer:

Our client is seeking a Payroll Officer to join their supportive team on a 12-month full-time fixed-term contract based in Roxburgh Park, VIC. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a leading healthcare and community organisation that operates across the Aged Care and NDIS sectors.

What’s on offer:

Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 + super (depending on experience)

Fixed-term maternity leave cover (12 months)

A collaborative, values-driven team culture with strong leadership support

Opportunities for professional growth and learning within a purpose-driven organisation

Access to wellbeing programs and retail discounts

The Role:

The Payroll Officer plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services across multiple entities within the organisation. Working closely with the Finance Manager, this role supports day-to-day payroll operations and contributes to the smooth financial performance of the business.

Key responsibilities include:

Processing end-to-end payroll accurately and on time for all staff across multiple business units

Calculating salaries, allowances, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and superannuation

Maintaining and updating payroll and employee records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and award conditions

Preparing and submitting payroll-related tax filings and reports (including PAYG, superannuation, and other deductions)

Assisting with reconciliations, audits, and budget preparation by providing payroll analysis and cost forecasts

Managing employee payroll queries and providing responsive, accurate support

Supporting financial reporting, invoicing, and inter-company transactions as required

Contributing to compliance across Aged Care, NDIS, and WHS frameworks

Requirements:

Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing

Certificate IV in Bookkeeping, Diploma in Accounting, or related qualification (Bachelor’s in Accounting desirable)

Strong understanding of payroll legislation, taxation, and industrial awards

Hands-on experience with accounting software (preferably Xero, Employment Hero, and Excel functions such as VLOOKUPs)

Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and confidentiality

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and collaborate within a busy finance team

Current Police Check, Working with Children Check, and NDIS Worker Screening (or willingness to obtain)

Full Australian working rights and a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations