Payroll Officer

About the role

A small payroll team in South West Sydney is looking for a Payroll Officer on a contract or temporary basis. The role sits within a stable, supportive environment and a growing organisation with multiple locations across Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Manage weekly and fortnightly payrolls
• Handle and resolve payroll queries and manage the query inbox
• Process payroll adjustments, including ad-hoc manual payments
• Set up new starters and process termination payments
• Update employee details and changes
• Carry out month-end reporting and reconciliations
• Assist the Payroll Manager with ongoing projects on system, process and procedure improvements

Required profile

• Proven track record in payroll processing, ideally in a full-function, end-to-end capacity
• Knowledge of Australian employment law and interpretation of awards and enterprise agreements
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with other departments
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

What we offer

• Supportive management team
• Convenient South West Sydney location accessible by public transport
• Onsite parking
• Opportunity to transition to permanency