Job Description
THE COMPANY
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ASX-listed business headquartered in Melbourne with operations globally.
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THE OPPORTUNITY
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Under the guidance of the Payroll Project Manager the Senior Payroll Officer will contribute to a variety of compliance projects across multiple Australian states and territories. The key accountability will be applying the correct rules and regulations that each jurisdiction utilises to provide recommendations and process accurate remediation calculations.
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Key Responsibilities
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Conduct ad-hoc audits of payroll transactions and processes
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Review payroll outputs from the operational team to confirm compliance with Awards,Fair Work Act, NES, Superannuation Guarantee, PAYG, and Payroll Tax obligations
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Validate application of Awards, Enterprise Agreements, Pay Rates, Allowances, and Penalty Rates
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Calculate and process remediation payments to employees including Lump Sum Payments, Tax assessments and Superannuation shortfalls
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Update and maintain compliance risk registers and contribute to risk mitigation strategies
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Proactive/reactive liaison with external regulators and/or internal and external audit teams
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Providing detailed findings and recommendations to the Group Payroll Manager
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POSITIVES
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This is a newly created position that will present you with the chance to stamp your mark in a highly visible role across an established, iconic and hugely successful Australian business entering its next phase of growth. Whilst the contract is initially 6 months, there is a strong likelihood the role will either be extended or transition to permanent.
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IDEAL APPLICANTS
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At least 5 year's experience in a dedicated Payroll work environment. Attention to detail is absolute key combined with an analytical mindset. Previous experience working in remedial related project work (like
over/underpayments,
Overtime/Penalties/Allowances,
Long Service Leave, Superannuation etc.) will be looked upon favourably but is not mandatory.
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WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
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This is a unique opportunity to not only showcase your "depth" of Payroll experience but also extend your knowledge of the complexity that surrounds the Payroll landscape in Australia. This role has a compliance focus and would add loads of value to any Payroll Professional's resume. The role reports to a highly respected Payroll Project Manager and is part of a team of dedicated Payroll industry professionals to provide guidance, support and mentorship if/when you need it.

📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Victoria)
🏢 Payroll Talent
📍 Victoria