Payroll Officer

Detailed Job Description

A well-regarded private education organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join its finance team. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of end-to-end payroll services, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, awards, and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee workforce on a fortnightly basis
• Maintain employee payroll records, including new starters, terminations, leave, and remuneration changes
• Interpret relevant awards, EBAs, and employment conditions
• Manage payroll-related compliance, including superannuation, payroll tax, STP, and statutory reporting
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end reporting requirements
• Respond to payroll enquiries and provide high-quality support to employees and managers
• Ensure payroll processes are completed accurately and within required deadlines
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and controls

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in an end-to-end payroll position
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Experience interpreting awards and enterprise agreements
• Payroll system experience such as MicrOpay, Chris21/iChris, Employment Hero, Preceda, or similar
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience within the education sector will be highly regarded

Benefits:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Convenient location with flexible working arrangements
• Stable and well-established organisation
• Opportunity to contribute to a values-driven education provider and make a meaningful impact.