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 collaborative 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?
$75,****** - $80,****** + superHybrid working available after probation (2 days from home)Supportive and collaborative team cultureVaried role with exposure across payroll and finance operationsOpportunity to join a growing and successful business within the healthcare sector
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 collaborative 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,****** + superHybrid working available after probation (2 days from home)Supportive and collaborative team cultureVaried role with exposure across payroll and finance operationsOpportunity to join a growing and successful business within the healthcare sector
Key Responsibilities:
End-to-end payroll support, including timesheet validation and payroll processingInterpreting healthcare awards, overtime, and on-call calculationsMaintaining payroll records and ensuring compliance with Fair Work legislationProcessing invoices, reconciliations, and general bookkeeping tasksSupporting accounts payable and receivable functionsPreparing reports, spreadsheets, and financial data analysisAssisting with budgeting, margin analysis, and finance administrationSupporting month-end processes and ad hoc finance projectsCollaborating with payroll, finance, compliance, and sales teams to ensure operational accuracyProviding support with urgent payroll or finance-related matters when required
About You:
Minimum 2 years' experience in payroll and/or accounting supportExperience within healthcare recruitment, agency payroll, or shift-based industries highly regardedStrong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and award interpretationHigh attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skillsConfident using Excel, including pivot tables and reporting functionsExperience with payroll/accounting systems such as Xero, MYOB, KeyPay, QuickBooks, or similarStrong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a teamAble to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentPositive, 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 team-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Payroll Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Mayday Recruitment Group
📍 New South Wales