Job Description

An established Australian organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join its team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, providing maternity leave cover.

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About the role

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Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will support payroll processing for approximately 700 employees across multiple sites. The organisation operates in a complex industry setting, with employees covered by different Enterprise Agreements and working across weekly, fortnightly and monthly pay cycles. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working through complex payroll matters, can manage competing priorities and is comfortable operating in an environment where processes and systems are continuing to improve.

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Key responsibilities

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- Process and review payrolls across multiple pay frequencies.
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- Interpret and apply Enterprise Agreement conditions.
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- Manage complex pay rules, including overtime, rotating shifts, allowances and RDOs.
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- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee queries.
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- Perform manual calculations and payroll adjustments where required.
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- Support ongoing payroll system improvements and implementation activities.
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- Work closely with HR,



payroll and site-based stakeholders.
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- Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with relevant requirements.
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About you

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- Demonstrated experience in a senior payroll position. (3-5 years of experience)
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- Experience processing payroll in a complex, multi-site environment.
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- Strong understanding of Enterprise Agreements and payroll legislation.
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- Confident interpreting complex pay conditions and resolving issues.
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- Resilient, patient and comfortable working through manual processes.
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- Able to professionally challenge processes and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
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- Strong attention to detail and a practical, solutions-focused approach.
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- Available to commence immediately or within 1–2 weeks. (client will look at 4 week notice for the right person!)
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What's on offer

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- 12-month fixed-term contract with a well-established organisation.
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- Hybrid working arrangement.
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- Onsite parking available.
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- Supportive and hands-on payroll leadership.
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- Opportunity to work across complex payroll operations and system improvement initiatives.
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