Senior Payroll Officer (F/T) - Embracia Aged Care Homes & Early Learning Centre
Please note: this position is based in Kew East VIC.
About Embracia
Embracia is a privately owned, values-led organisation operating across aged care and early learning.
We operate two aged care homes and an Early Learning Centre in Kyneton, with a third aged care home currently under construction in Kyneton as part of our continued growth.
The Role
Manage and process fortnightly payroll across Embracia's aged care and early learning services.
Interpret and apply relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, employment contracts and Fair Work legislation.
Manage the processing of new starters, terminations, leave, salary adjustments and payroll variations.
Generate fortnightly payroll reports for management approval.
Manage superannuation, payroll tax, PAYG, month-end processes and year-end payroll activities.
Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare payroll journals.
Respond to payroll enquiries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner.
Maintain payroll data integrity and employee records in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.
Support payroll audits, compliance reviews and payroll system improvements.
Assist with payroll reporting and analysis for management and finance teams.
Provide mentoring and guidance to the Junior Payroll Officer as required.
Assist with finance and HR projects as required.
About you
Minimum three years' experience in payroll processing, preferably within aged care and/or early learning.




High level of accuracy, strong attention to detail and well-developed problem-solving skills.
Professional and effective communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines within structured payroll cycles.
Experience interpreting and applying Industrial Relations legislation, Awards and Enterprise Agreements.
Confidence using payroll and rostering systems, with experience in iChris, Xero and Humanforce highly regarded.
Sound knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory requirements, including PAYG, WorkCover, payroll tax, superannuation and long service leave.
Strong commitment to confidentiality, privacy and professional integrity.
This is an ideal role for an experienced payroll professional who is reliable, detail-oriented and confident managing payroll independently, and who has strong understanding on payroll process, take ownership of the task and accountability.
Why Join Embracia?
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Opportunity to contribute to a growing, values-driven organisation.
Ongoing career development and career progression opportunities.
Competitive salary package.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who is reliable, detail-oriented and confident managing end-to-end payroll functions. You will take ownership of payroll processes, support continuous improvement initiatives and play a key role in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll outcomes across Embracia.
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📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Melbourne)
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