Payroll Officer

About the role

Healthcare Australia is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join its Finance team in Adelaide. Reporting to the Assistant Payroll Manager, you will deliver accurate and timely payroll for the healthcare workforce and corporate employees, processing high-volume weekly and fortnightly payrolls.

Key responsibilities

• Process high-volume weekly and fortnightly payroll accurately and on time
• Review and process timesheets, employee changes and remuneration adjustments
• Respond to payroll enquiries and advise on Modern Awards, superannuation, tax and leave entitlements
• Maintain accurate payroll records, ensure legislative compliance and support accurate client billing
• Collaborate with the Assistant Payroll Manager to streamline processes and improve efficiency

Required profile

• Highly organised, detail-oriented payroll professional with 1-5 years' experience, ideally in a high-volume environment
• Sound knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, Modern Awards and employee entitlements
• Relevant qualifications in Payroll, Finance or Business are desirable; previous healthcare experience is highly regarded

Required skills

• Intermediate Excel
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Proactive approach to meeting deadlines and improving processes

What we offer

• Birthday leave and access to extra leave
• Free mental health and counselling through the Employee Assistance Program
• Salary packaging, including novated leasing with Smart Group
• Financial assistance for work-related study
• Gifting hub discounts on brands such as Good Guys, Rebel and Amazon