Payroll Officer

We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a global organisation on a 5-month contract. This role supports the Payroll Manager in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services. If you're process-driven, solutions-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a well-established team.

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 800 permanent and 200 casual employees across Australia.

• Step in as backup for the Payroll Manager when required.

• Support general ledger activities, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.

• Administer novated leases and perform monthly reconciliations.

• Handle payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations and manage salary sacrifice arrangements.

• Prepare and submit statutory returns, including ABS compliance.

• Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and consistency.

• Proven experience in a similar payroll role, ideally within a large or complex environment.

• Strong working knowledge of Employment Hero or Sage MicroPay is highly regarded.

• Solid understanding of payroll legislation and compliance, including Single Touch Payroll.

• High attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and integrity.

• Collaborative team player who remains calm under pressure and adapts well to change.