Job Description

07th August, 2026

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Why Consider This Opportunity?

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- Competitive salary - earn $80,000-$100,000 + super, depending on experience.
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- Excellent CBD location - work from an excellent modern office located on the Brisbane River in the CBD.
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- Clear career progression - genuine opportunity to develop into a Payroll Lead position as the business and payroll function continue to grow.
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- Take ownership of payroll - manage the end-to-end fortnightly payroll process across a growing business.
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- Broad payroll exposure - gain hands-on experience across payroll processing, superannuation, STP, payroll tax and WorkCover.
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- Supportive environment - join a team that values approachable communication, collaboration and a high level of internal service.
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- Process improvement exposure - contribute ideas to improve payroll processes, controls and efficiencies.
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- Growing organisation - join a business where you can develop your responsibilities as the organisation continues to grow.
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The Opportunity

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- Manage the end-to-end fortnightly payroll process across two entities.
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- Process employee timesheets and ensure accurate payroll calculations.
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- Manage payroll adjustments, allowances, deductions and leave entitlements.
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- Prepare terminations, final payments and associated documentation.
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- Manage superannuation payments and Single Touch Payroll reporting.
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- Assist with payroll tax and WorkCover administration and reporting.
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- Maintain accurate employee and payroll records while ensuring confidentiality.
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- Act as the first point of contact for payroll-related enquiries from employees and managers.
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- Assist with timesheet discrepancies, leave entitlements and employee payroll records.
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- Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls and efficiencies.
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- Contribute to system enhancements and broader business improvement initiatives.
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- Develop your capability with the chance to progress into a Payroll Lead role over time.
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About You

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- Previous payroll experience at a Junior to Intermediate level.
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- Strong understanding of payroll fundamentals and end-to-end payroll processes.
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- Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy.
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- Friendly, approachable and confident communicating with employees and managers.
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- Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet payroll deadlines.
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- Proactive and solutions-focused with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
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- Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive employee information.
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- Adaptable and eager to continue learning as systems and processes evolve.
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- Experience with Employment Hero, Xero Payroll and/or the Building and Construction Award would be highly regarded.
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This role would suit a Payroll Officer looking to take greater ownership of the payroll function and build towards a Payroll Lead position, while joining a growing organisation offering an competitive salary, long-term progression and a modern Brisbane CBD working environment.

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📌 Payroll Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Niche Talent.
📍 Queensland