True payroll ownership — no two pay cycles the same
Competitive $*****K + super in Melbourne's North-East
Global org, close-knit team, real room to grow
Payroll Officer
Global Manufacturing Leader | Melbourne's North‐East
$80,000 – $90,000+ Super | Full‐Time, Onsite
The Company
Our client is a respected global manufacturing organisation with a strong local presence and a proud history of delivering high‐quality products to customers worldwide. As the business continues to grow, they are now seeking a skilled Payroll Officer to join their close‐knit finance team and take true ownership of the end‐to‐end payroll function.
The Role
This is a payroll-first position for a seasoned Payroll Officer who is confident taking full ownership of the function from start to finish. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll across the business, with a strong working knowledge of EBAs, Australian Fair Work Awards, and complex commission structures being essential to your success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll — Core Function
Full end-to-end payroll processing across monthly and fortnightly pay cycles, from timesheet collection through to payment and reconciliation
Interpret and apply Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) and Australian Fair Work Awards, including overtime, allowances, penalty rates, and employee classifications
Calculate and process complex commission structures accurately and in line with individual agreements
Manage superannuation, payroll tax, leave balances, and all EOFY deliverables including STP finalisation
Ensure ongoing payroll system accuracy across all employee data, salary changes, and entitlement updates
Produce regular payroll reporting including GL reconciliations, payroll tax, leave liability, and people dashboards
Prepare and post payroll journals to the general ledger ensuring accurate and timely month-end entries




Assist with month-end accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations for payroll-related accounts including superannuation, PAYG, and leave provisions
Liaise with the Financial Controller on any payroll-related finance or audit requirements
Finance Support
Assist with general journals and month-end entries as required
Support reconciliations and reporting across payroll-related balance sheet accounts
Liaise with the external accountant or auditor on payroll compliance matters as required
Additional Responsibilities
Prepare employment contracts, variation letters, and recent starter documentation
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and personnel files
Support probation review administration and policy compliance
Assist with HRIS and Time & Attendance system maintenance and data integrity
About You
You are an experienced Payroll Officer who takes genuine pride in accuracy and compliance, and is confident owning the full payroll function from start to finish. Your working knowledge of EBAs, Fair Work Awards, and commission calculations sets you apart, and you bring a sharp eye for detail and a proactive approach to everything you do.
You will bring:
Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing
Strong, demonstrable knowledge of EBAs and Australian Fair Work Awards
Experience calculating and processing complex commission structures
Confidence preparing payroll journals and working closely with a finance team
High attention to detail, confidentiality, and sound judgement
A proactive and solutions-focused approach with the ability to work autonomously
Comfortable engaging with stakeholders across Finance and Operations
Why Join?
Take true ownership of a well-established payroll function within a respected global organisation
Work closely with a supportive finance team with genuine opportunities to grow
A varied and hands‐on role where your payroll expertise will be valued and recognised
Competitive salary of $80,000 – $85,000 + Super
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📌 Payroll Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Miller Leith
📍 Melbourne