We’re partnering with a leading national organisation to recruit an experienced Payroll Officer to join their high-performing team. This role plays a critical part in delivering accurate, timely payroll services while supporting a strong culture of service excellence.

About the Role

As a Payroll Officer, you’ll be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing across a large, complex workforce. Working within a collaborative workplace, you’ll support both line managers and employees by delivering high-quality payroll services and resolving queries efficiently.
You’ll also play a key role in identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance the overall employee experience.

Key Responsibilities
Process end-to-end payroll activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies and legislation
Manage pay cycles, including terminations, reconciliations, overpayments, and reporting
Create and review off-cycle and ad hoc payments
Investigate and resolve Tier 2 payroll queries within SLA timeframes
Monitor and action Payroll Control Centre (PCC) alerts
Maintain strict data integrity and confidentiality across all systems
Support system updates, UAT testing, and process improvements




Collaborate with internal teams to support business-as-usual operations and projects
Provide responsive, qualified support to stakeholders across the business

About You
Payroll experience, ideally within a high-volume environment is required
Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, enterprise agreements, and compliance requirements
Experience using SAP & SuccessFactors is a must!
High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex payroll processes
Strong communication skills with a customer-focused mindset
Tech-savvy and adaptable, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement
Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Why Apply?
Join a well-established, reputable organisation
Up to $46ph + super (paid weekly)
Be part of a cooperative and high-performing payroll team
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and system enhancements
Temporary Contract: 12th Oct - 28th March
Location: Eight Mile Plains
Work model: Hybrid (office-based during onboarding then 2 days from home)
Team environment: Large, supportive shared services function

📌 Payroll Officer Eight Mile Plains
🏢 Mayday Recruitment
📍 Eight Mile Plains