La Trobe Financial is Australia's leading alternative asset manager, helping Australians build better futures for over 70 years. With $25 billion in assets under management and the trust of 160,000 customers, we've grown through a commitment to service, innovation, and putting people first.

We don't just deliver retirement income - we shape lives, careers, and communities. Our culture is built on trust, excellence, accountability, and a shared purpose: to make a meaningful difference every day.

Build your future with us.

The Opportunity

As part of the Finance team within La Trobe Financial your primary responsibility will be to manage key processes within the Payroll functions. Reporting to the Payroll Manager you will ensure the delivery of the end-to-end payroll processes in a timely manner and be a support to our 600 + team members nationally. This role will require the ability to multitask, work to critical deadlines and work with various stakeholders throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, Review and reconcile payroll reports, PAYG, Payroll tax, Superannuation, leave liabilities Guarantee Contributions
- Processing new employee's contracts and terminations (from a payroll perspective)
- Process end-to-end fortnightly payroll for 600 employees
- Complying with the relevant award and legislation
- Managing Superannuation Choice funds for employees/external contractors.
- Managing leave entitlements and payments
- End of month reporting
- Provide high level support for payroll queries from staff and managers
- Resolving payroll issues swiftly
- Employee record maintenance
- Working closely with Human Resources and Finance

About You

- Minimum 3 + years' end to end payroll experience (Financial Services industry will be highly regarded)
- Sound technical ability,



in particular strong knowledge of Payroll and HR software (iChris is preferred).
- Demonstrates excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a sometimes-high pressured environment
- Sound written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Can demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work in a team environment and autonomously
- Can bring a positive attitude and proactive approach to the team and La Trobe Financial.

Employee Benefits

We're all about balance - delivering great work and enjoying the journey. Alongside a competitive salary, here are some perks that make working with us even better:

- Celebrate your birthday - with a paid day off, just for you!
- Give back - with paid volunteer days to support causes you care about;
- More time for you - purchase additional annual leave when you need it;
- Support for families - 18 weeks paid primary carer parental leave plus superannuation contributions;
- Wild perks - free annual membership to Taronga Zoo and Collingwood Football Club!
- Wellbeing first - access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- Keep growing - with ongoing training and development opportunities;
- Unforgettable socials - from team events to celebrations you'll actually want to attend! and
- Retail therapy - enjoy discounts through Reward Gateway.

Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and protected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and proudly support an inclusive recruitment process and work environment. If you require adjustments at any stage of the process, please let us know, we're here to help.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 La Trobe Financial
📍 Melbourne