We are looking for a Permanent Full-Time Senior Payroll Officer to join our Finance team.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end fortnightly payroll for approximately 750 staff across BASSCARE.
This is a hands-on role where your payroll expertise will play an important part in ensuring our people are paid accurately, on time and in accordance with relevant legislation, awards and agreements.
A key focus of this role is navigating our Enterprise Agreement, SCHADS Award, Retail Award and salary packaging arrangements, while maintaining strong governance, compliance and payroll processes.
Why work at BASSCARE?
Competitive Salary + Super Not-for-Profit salary packaging – up to $15,900 per year + Meals Entertainment benefits Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Access to our Employee Assist Program (EAP) Access to our amazing Recognition and Reward program Regular social functions Supportive and inclusive team environment What You'll Be Doing Manage end-to-end fortnightly payroll in accordance with relevant Enterprise Agreements and Awards.
Maintain complete employee lifecycle records in the payroll system including onboarding, terminations, variations and award rule tagging.
Ensure accurate calculation and payment of wages, allowances, overtime, leave, termination payments and other entitlements.
Prepare, reconcile and submit Single Touch Payroll (STP) reports, superannuation contributions and issue employee payslips.
Review payroll prior to payment, investigate variances and ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time.
Administer salary packaging and other deductions in accordance with legislation and organisational requirements.
Resolve employee payroll queries.




Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and provide guidance and support on payroll processes.
Assist with audits, government and ABS reporting, payroll projects and system improvements as required.
Support payroll system testing, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), system implementation and functional process improvements.
Hours of Work Location Permanent Full Time Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm Canterbury What You Bring You are an experienced payroll skilled who enjoys working with people, systems and numbers.
You are highly organised, detail-oriented and take pride in getting payroll right the first time.
Proven hands-on experience managing end-to-end payroll processing in a multi-award or EA environment.
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, STP compliance and Super Pay Day.
Demonstrated experience with payroll software, data management, and system reconciliations.
Exceptional attention to detail and customer service skills when resolving pay queries.
A commitment to confidentiality, accuracy and maintaining high standards of payroll governance.
Why Join BASSCARE?
BASSCARE has supported older adults in Boroondara for nearly 70 years.
We offer a unique blend of aged care including residential care and retirement living, dementia services, community services and home-based care.
We are committed to providing safe, respectful and quality care in an aged care environment.
How to apply If you are an experienced Payroll Officer looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant payroll experience and why you would be a great fit.
To be considered for this position, please include in your cover letter an example of your contribution to continuous improvement in payroll and your salary expectations.
BASSCARE would like to thank you for taking the time to submit your application.

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