Job Description

Overview

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Payroll Officer at Talent. Location: Chipping Norton office (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH after 6 months' probation). Salary: Up to $100,000 base + 12% Super + 12% Bonus.

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Responsibilities

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- Manage the weekly end-to-end payroll for up to 300 manufacturing staff, including wages, taxes, superannuation, deductions, new starters, changes, terminations and bonuses.
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- Ensure full compliance with Australian payroll legislation, taxation requirements, superannuation rules, and awards.
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- Prepare and submit statutory payroll reports (PAYG, BAS, Superannuation).
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- Maintain and optimise the MicroPay payroll system, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
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- Provide payroll reporting, insights, and analysis to support HR, Finance and compliance requirements.
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- Act as a key contact for payroll queries, delivering a high standard of service while handling sensitive information with discretion.
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- Work closely with HR, Finance, external providers and auditors to ensure smooth payroll operations.
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- Learn side by side with our Senior Payroll Specialist, while reporting directly to the Head of HR.
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Required Skills and Experiences

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- Minimum 3-5 years' experience in an end-to-end payroll role, ideally within quick-paced industries such as manufacturing, warehouse, or highly governed blue-collar environments.
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- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, and award interpretation.
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- Experience using MicroPay (highly desirable).
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- Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
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- Proven track record of accuracy, compliance, and process improvement in payroll.
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- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage confidential information.
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- Detail-oriented and analytical, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Additional Details & Benefits

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- Competitive package: Up to $100K base + 12% Super + 12% Bonus.
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- Annual salary review cycle.
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- On-the-job training and career development opportunities.
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- Collaborative and supportive team environment - cultural fit is highly valued.
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- Discounted Bupa Health Fund.
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- Flare Benefits including discounted gift cards, novated leases, and health/car/home loan discounts.
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- Work equipment provided (laptop, phone, etc).
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- Free onsite parking.
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How to Apply

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If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume.

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Employment details

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- Employment type: Full-time
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- Seniority level: Entry level
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- Job function: Other
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- Industries: Manufacturing
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📌 Payroll Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Talent
📍 New South Wales