Are you a Payroll Officer looking for more than just processing pays?
Join a supportive People Operations team where your expertise will directly contribute to creating a positive employee experience and ensuring people are supported throughout their employment journey.
This is an opportunity to join a highly respected education and community-focused organisation, where you'll play a key role in maintaining accurate payroll processes, supporting employees, and contributing to a workplace that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Why you'll love this opportunity Purpose-driven environment Work for an organisation that makes a real difference in the community through education, training, and supporting people to achieve their goals.
Join a collaborative People team Be part of a welcoming HR function where your contributions are valued and you'll work closely with experienced professionals across People Operations.
Variety and ownership Enjoy a role that combines payroll, HR administration, employee support, and process improvement - no two days will be the same.
Build your expertise Expand your payroll and HR knowledge while working with established systems, processes, and a broad employee base.
Supportive workplace culture Join an organisation that prioritises wellbeing, inclusion, and creating a positive experience for both employees and the wider community.
About the role Reporting to the People Operations Manager, you will provide essential payroll and HR administration support, ensuring employee data, payroll processing, and employment documentation are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.
You will be responsible for: Supporting end-to-end onboarding processes for new employees, including employment documentation and compliance checks Maintaining accurate employee records and HR/payroll data within ADP Preparing payroll actions for fortnightly pay cycles,



including salary adjustments and leave processing Managing employee entitlements, leave calculations, and payroll-related queries Providing advice and support to employees and managers regarding employment conditions and processes Assisting with HR administration, reporting, filing, and continuous improvement initiatives Supporting compliance with relevant legislation, policies, awards, and workplace agreements About you The successful candidate will have: 12+ months experience working in payroll Experience using ADP Payroll System Knowledge of payroll processes, employee entitlements, and relevant employment conditions Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships Solid Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel Compliance requirements As this organisation works closely with students and the wider community, successful applicants will be required to hold: A valid Victorian Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC) A National Police Check The opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for a Payroll Officer who wants to be part of a purpose-led organisation, contribute to meaningful work, and join a team where accuracy, collaboration, and supporting people are at the heart of what they do.
If you're ready to take the next step in your payroll career and join a team where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
At Horner we recognise the value of a diverse workforce and the creation of inclusive workforce cultures.
We actively encourage applications from any background.
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Consultant ****** Reference number: ********* Profession:Accounting FinancePayroll Company: Horner Recruitment Date posted: 7th Aug, ****

📌 Payroll Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Horner Recruitment
📍 Melbourne