Job Description
Full-time Permanent Associate
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Posted 03 Jul ****
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Description
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About Us
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We are a leading Australian-owned manufacturer in the kitchen and wardrobe industry, delivering high-quality solutions through trusted brands including Kinsman and Freedom Kitchens & Wardrobes. Best known for our association with The Block, we are recognised for our commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and exceptional customer service tailored to modern Australian lifestyles.
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About the Opportunity
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We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join our team at our Somersby site. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for someone who thrives on combining payroll precision with people-focused HR support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you will take ownership of fortnightly payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, while supporting the full employee lifecycle. In this hands-on role, you will be a trusted first point of contact for payroll and HR queries, playing a meaningful part in delivering a positive employee experience.
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Conveniently located off the M1 with onsite parking available, this role is well-suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and brings a minimum of 3–4 years' payroll experience.
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Key Responsibilities
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Payroll
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Process end-to-end fortnightly payroll accurately and on time, including new starters, terminations, leave, superannuation, and payroll adjustments
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Maintain accurate employee and payroll records within Employment Hero
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Prepare payroll reconciliations, reporting, and supporting documentation
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Ensure compliance with awards, Fair Work legislation, and all payroll obligations
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Respond to payroll enquiries in a timely and skilled manner
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Human Resources
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Support onboarding, employment contracts, and employee lifecycle administration
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Assist with HR documentation and maintaining accurate employee records
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Coordinate HR administrative activities including inductions, probation tracking, training records, and policy acknowledgements
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Contribute to process improvements and HR initiatives
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About You
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To be successful in this role, you will bring:
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Minimum 3–4 years' experience in payroll
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Sound knowledge of Australian payroll processes and employment legislation
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Experience using Employment Hero (highly regarded)
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Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
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Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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High levels of discretion when handling confidential information
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
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A collaborative mindset and genuine enthusiasm for continuous improvement
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Why Join Us?
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This is a genuine opportunity to make your mark across both payroll and HR in a well-known Australian brand. You will join a supportive team, gain exposure across the full employee lifecycle, and contribute to meaningful improvements in systems and processes — including our ongoing transition to Employment Hero.
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Onsite parking and easy M1 access
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Inclusive, collaborative team culture
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Exposure to a well-recognised Australian brand (as seen on The Block)
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Opportunity to shape and improve payroll and HR processes as we invest in our systems
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We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.
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Company Overview
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We are a leader within the kitchen industry, with well-known, high-quality brands such as Kinsman and Freedom kitchens and wardrobes, both heavily associated with the popular show, "The Block". Proudly, we are Australian owned and manufactured, with a reputation for delivering to Australian standards and excellence, driven by a superior quality of products, exceptional service and flexible on-trend design solutions for today's lifestyle needs.

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