About the Role

SJ Traffic is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join our Bunbury office on a part-time basis, working Monday to Wednesday.

Reporting to the Accounts Manager, you will process end-to-end weekly payroll for our workforce. Our payroll spans multiple awards and a large field-based workforce, so the role requires someone who can interpret data and apply judgement, not just enter transactions.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end weekly payroll for up to 220 employees
- Interpret award and legislative requirements and apply correct judgement to complex or non-standard payroll scenarios
- Process payroll tax, PAYG, STP, superannuation, MyLeave, and workers' compensation
- Interpret and apply relevant awards, agreements, and legislation, including Fair Work, superannuation, and taxation requirements
- Analyse payroll data to identify discrepancies and errors before they become issues
- Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end payroll reporting
- Collaborate with the operations team to ensure accurate, complete, and prompt payroll submissions
- Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers




- Identify opportunities for system and process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency

About You

- Minimum 5 years' experience in a complex, high-volume payroll role, with a robust understanding of payroll functions, awards, enterprise agreements, and legislation
- Comfortable interpreting and analysing payroll data, not just entering it
- Self-starter who takes ownership of their work and solves problems proactively
- High attention to detail and able to manage competing priorities
- Good communication skills across all levels of the business
- Competent in Microsoft Suite; experience with Xero essential
- Adaptable to a dynamic work environment

What We Offer

- Part-time position (Monday–Wednesday, Tuesday as a longer day)
- Opportunities for professional development
- Supportive team environment
- Competitive salary based on experience

How to Apply

Submit your application via SEEK, including your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📌 Payroll Officer | Part-time (Bunbury)
🏢 SJ Traffic Management
📍 Bunbury