Payroll Officer

* This leading Financial Services business is looking to hire a Payroll Officer on a Part time basis (3 days/week). * Join a collaborative Finance team renowned for its commitment to excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within a respected private wealth management organisation. * Benefit from tailored professional development opportunities designed to keep your skills current and aligned with your long-term career goals.

What you'll do:

As a Payroll Officer, you will play an integral role within the Financial Control team by ensuring seamless delivery of all aspects of payroll processing for a diverse workforce. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing complex payroll calculations, supporting employees with their queries, preparing detailed financial reports for month-end close, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. You will also have the opportunity to participate in process improvement projects that drive efficiency within the Payroll function. Working closely with both internal stakeholders and external partners, your ability to communicate effectively and prioritise tasks will be key to your success. The position offers variety through involvement in ad-hoc reporting tasks during busy periods as well as audit support. By contributing your expertise in payroll operations within this supportive environment, you will help ensure that employees are paid accurately and on time while continuously enhancing processes for future growth.

• Deliver end-to-end monthly payroll processing for approximately 420 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes by processing new starters and terminations efficiently and with attention to detail.
• Handle incentive payments, adjustments, parental leave calculations, redundancies, superannuation contributions, and other payroll-related transactions.
• Liaise closely with internal teams and external partners to resolve payroll queries promptly and provide guidance and support to employees as needed.
• Prepare and lodge Single Touch Payroll (STP) submissions in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Generate comprehensive month-end reports, process journals, and prepare balance sheet reconciliations for payroll-related accounts including annual leave, long service leave, year-to-date payroll, and superannuation.
• Undertake payroll tax preparation and lodgement activities while collaborating with the Finance team to reconcile expat payrolls accurately.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives and automation projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the Payroll function across the organisation.
• Support ad-hoc reporting requests during peak periods as well as audit requests by providing accurate information in a timely manner.
• Contribute positively to the Finance team’s culture by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and participating in collective problem-solving.

What you bring:

To excel as a Payroll Officer – Part-Time in this organisation, you will bring proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processes within complex environments. Your background may include working in financial services or similarly regulated sectors where attention to detail is paramount. You possess advanced Excel skills that enable you to handle data analysis and reporting tasks confidently. Familiarity with major payroll systems such as ADP or Workday is beneficial; however, your openness to learning new technologies ensures you remain adaptable as systems evolve. Your formal qualifications underpin your technical competence while your interpersonal strengths—such as clear communication, empathy when supporting colleagues or resolving queries, and reliability—set you apart as a trusted member of the team. Your ability to maintain high standards under pressure reflects both your commitment to quality outcomes and your capacity for effective multitasking. Above all, your collaborative spirit aligns perfectly with an environment that values shared success.

• This role is part-time and will be for 3 days/week or shorter hours across 5 days
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar Payroll Officer role within medium or large organisations is essential for success in this position.
• Previous exposure to financial services environments is highly regarded but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required for data management and reporting purposes.
• Experience using ADP or Workday systems would be advantageous but not essential; willingness to learn new systems quickly is important.
• A diploma or certificate in Accounting or Payroll courses demonstrates your technical foundation for this role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills enable you to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels of the business.
• High levels of accuracy combined with strong analytical abilities allow you to deliver quality work under pressure.
• Exceptional prioritisation skills ensure you can manage multiple tasks efficiently during peak periods without compromising standards.
• A resourceful approach coupled with a passion for continuous improvement helps drive positive change within the Payroll function.
• Demonstrated integrity, ethical judgement, teamwork orientation, and adaptability are vital personal attributes that align with organisational values.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a leader in private wealth management by combining global expertise with deep local relationships. Employees benefit from being part of an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought is celebrated and every individual’s contribution matters. The company’s commitment to substance over form means that genuine impact takes precedence over superficial achievements—a philosophy reflected in their approach to both client service and employee engagement. Flexible working arrangements support work-life balance while tailored professional development ensures ongoing growth aligned with each person’s aspirations. The Finance team fosters an atmosphere of mutual respect where knowledge sharing is encouraged and wins are celebrated collectively. Joining this business means becoming part of a community that values humility alongside expertise—where innovation thrives but tradition is respected—and where long-term success is built on trust, collaboration, and shared purpose.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your payroll career within an inspiring team environment that values growth and collaboration, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Apply today by clicking on the link below—your journey towards making an impact starts here.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply, please click "Apply" or contact Alison Newsome on +61 2 82893189 or alison.newsome@robertwalters.com.au for a confidential discussion.