MAYDAY Recruitment is currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Officer & Accounting Assistant to join a growing and fast-paced business within the healthcare recruitment sector.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across both payroll and finance functions in a cooperative environment.
Reporting to the Head of Finance and Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, financial administration, reporting, and compliance support.
The role would suit someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys problem-solving, and has strong attention to detail, particularly within complex or award-based payroll.
What's in it for you?
Full-time permanent opportunity
$75,****** - $80,****** + super
Hybrid working available after probation (2 days from home)
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Varied role with exposure across payroll and finance operations
Opportunity to join a growing and successful business within the healthcare sector
Key Responsibilities:
End-to-end payroll support, including timesheet validation and payroll processing
Interpreting healthcare awards, overtime, and on-call calculations
Maintaining payroll records and ensuring compliance with Fair Work legislation
Processing invoices, reconciliations, and general bookkeeping tasks




Supporting accounts payable and receivable functions
Preparing reports, spreadsheets, and financial data analysis
Assisting with budgeting, margin analysis, and finance administration
Supporting month-end processes and ad hoc finance projects
Collaborating with payroll, finance, compliance, and sales teams to ensure operational accuracy
Providing support with urgent payroll or finance-related matters when required
About You:
Minimum 2 years' experience in payroll and/or accounting support
Experience within healthcare recruitment, agency payroll, or shift-based industries highly regarded
Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and award interpretation
High attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills
Confident using Excel, including pivot tables and reporting functions
Experience with payroll/accounting systems such as Xero, MYOB, KeyPay, QuickBooks, or similar
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset
If you are looking for a role where no two weeks are the same and you can bring your payroll and finance expertise into a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Payroll Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 MAYDAY Recruitment Group - Winner Outstanding Agency 2023
📍 New South Wales