Job Description
Humero Recruitment Partners are partnering with a well-recognised Australian organisation to recruit a Senior Payroll Officer for an initial6 month contract based in Brisbane CBD, with an immediate or short notice start required.
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This is a great opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to step into a hands-on senior payroll role within a supportive team environment. You'll bring strong end-to-end payroll processing capability and the confidence to hit the ground running from day one.
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The Role
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Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing across a large employee base, ensuring payroll is delivered accurately and on time. This role suits someone who is technically strong, detail-orientedand comfortable working autonomously within a fast-paced workplace.
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Key Responsibilities
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Process end-to-end payroll accurately and within required timeframes across a large workforce
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Interpret and apply Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and relevant legislation
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Perform payroll reconciliations, month-end reporting, and compliance activities
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Respond to and resolve payroll queries from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely manner
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Support payroll audits, process improvement initiatives, and broader payroll team activities
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About You
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Proven experience in a Senior Payroll Officer or similar end-to-end payroll role
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Strong working knowledge of Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreement interpretation
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High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
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Confident communicator with a professional and solutions-focused approach
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About the Opportunity
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Humero Recruitment Partners are partnering with a well-recognised Australian organisation to recruit a Senior Payroll Officer for an initial6 month contract based in Brisbane CBD,



with an immediate or short notice start required.
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This is a great opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to step into a hands-on senior payroll role within a supportive team environment. You'll bring robust end-to-end payroll processing capability and the confidence to hit the ground running from day one.
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The Role
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Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing across a large employee base, ensuring payroll is delivered accurately and on time. This role suits someone who is technically strong, detail-orientedand comfortable working autonomously within a rapid-paced environment.
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Key Responsibilities
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Process end-to-end payroll accurately and within required timeframes across a large workforce
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Interpret and apply Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and relevant legislation
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Perform payroll reconciliations, month-end reporting, and compliance activities
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Respond to and resolve payroll queries from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely manner
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Support payroll audits, process improvement initiatives, and broader payroll team activities
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About You
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Proven experience in a Senior Payroll Officer or similar end-to-end payroll role
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Strong working knowledge of Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreement interpretation
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High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
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Confident communicator with a professional and solutions-focused approach
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What's on Offer
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6 month contract with immediate start in Brisbane CBD
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Work with a well-recognised Australian organisation
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Hands-on senior payroll role with genuine day-to-day ownership
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Opportunity to make an immediate contribution within a well-established payroll function
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If you're an experienced Senior Payroll Officer available immediately and looking for your next contract prospect in Brisbane CBD, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Humero
📍 Queensland