Payroll Officer

Leading Melbourne organisation hiring a Payroll Officer to join their team. This high-volume role involves managing complex payrolls across multiple awards and agreements. Salary: AUD 70,000 - 85,000 per year + super. Location: Melbourne CBD. Workplace: Hybrid. Contract Type: Permanent.

Ideal for detail-oriented professionals who thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment and are seeking a role with opportunities for growth and development.

• Accurately process payroll for a large number of employees across various employment agreements and awards, ensuring on-time and correct payments.
• Maintain up-to-date records of employee information, including leave balances, superannuation, tax declarations, and other data.
• Collaborate with HR and finance to resolve payroll queries promptly and accurately.
• Interpret multiple awards and enterprise agreements to ensure compliance with legislation and company policies.
• Prepare regular payroll reports for management review and investigate any anomalies.
• Respond professionally to employee enquiries regarding payslips, deductions, entitlements, or other payroll matters.
• Assist with end-of-year processes such as reconciliations, payment summaries, and statutory reporting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to streamline payroll processes and improve accuracy.
• Support the implementation of new systems or upgrades and participate in user testing as required.

• Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing within organisations with multiple awards or agreements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in payroll administration.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Commitment to confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll data.
• Willingness to participate in training and stay updated on legislation or system changes.

The organisation is committed to employee development and wellbeing, offering structured growth pathways, ongoing training, and a collaborative, inclusive culture. This employer values trust, dependability, and genuine care for its people.

If you are ready to take the next step as a Payroll Officer within an organisation that values its people, apply now. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Matt Phillips on for a confidential discussion.

About the job

Location: Melbourne CBD

Industry: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Payroll

Experience Level: Associate

Salary: AUD 70,000 - 85,000 per annum + super