The Role

An opportunity has become available for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a well-established organisation. This role will suit someone with strong end-to-end payroll expertise who enjoys working in a high-volume, complex environment and can confidently interpret awards, EBAs and payroll legislation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Interpreting and applying complex Awards, EBAs and payroll legislation accurately
• Processing payroll variations including allowances, overtime, shift penalties and leave entitlements
• Investigating and resolving complex payroll queries and discrepancies
• Maintaining accurate employee and payroll records across multiple systems
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies, statutory obligations and payroll best practice
• Supporting payroll audits, reconciliations and reporting requirements
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven end-to-end payroll experience, ideally within healthcare, aged care, NFP or another large and complex organisation
• Strong knowledge of Awards, EBAs and payroll compliance requirements
• Experience processing high-volume payrolls with a high degree of accuracy
• A strong understanding of payroll legislation, superannuation and leave entitlements
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Payroll Officer looking to join a supportive and professional team where you can further develop your payroll career, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your application by clicking the Apply button.

Reference Number:06810-0013494384JJC

This is an on-site position.

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