Payroll Officer

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a supportive and collaborative organisation. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who enjoys delivering accurate payroll services and providing excellent customer support.

About the Company
Our client is a respected organisation committed to making a positive impact within the community. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative workplace culture where employees are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow professionally.

Role Overview
The Payroll Officer is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of end-to-end payroll while maintaining employee payroll records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, awards, and organisational policies. You will also provide payroll support to employees and contribute to continuous process improvements.

About the Person
You are a motivated and organised payroll professional with exceptional attention to detail and a customer-focused approach. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, building positive relationships with stakeholders, and continuously looking for ways to improve processes and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end fortnightly payroll accurately and on time.
• Maintain payroll records, employee data, and salary variations.
• Process commencements, terminations, leave, allowances, and payroll adjustments.
• Reconcile payroll and prepare reports for finance and management.
• Respond to payroll and employee enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Interpret relevant awards, legislation, and payroll policies.
• Support month-end, end-of-financial-year, superannuation, and salary packaging processes.
• Assist with payroll system maintenance, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records and payroll documentation.
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• CHRIS21 experience
• Demonstrated experience in an end-to-end payroll position.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, awards, and payroll processes.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience using payroll or Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining confidentiality.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is highly regarded.