Job Description
Overview
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Payroll Officer at Talent. Location: Chipping Norton office (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH after 6 months' probation). Salary: Up to $100,000 base + 12% Super + 12% Bonus.
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Responsibilities
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Manage the weekly end-to-end payroll for up to 300 manufacturing staff, including wages, taxes, superannuation, deductions, new starters, changes, terminations and bonuses.
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Ensure full compliance with Australian payroll legislation, taxation requirements, superannuation rules, and awards.
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Prepare and submit statutory payroll reports (PAYG, BAS, Superannuation).
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Maintain and optimise the MicroPay payroll system, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
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Provide payroll reporting, insights, and analysis to support HR, Finance and compliance requirements.
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Act as a key contact for payroll queries, delivering a high standard of service while handling sensitive information with discretion.
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Work closely with HR, Finance, external providers and auditors to ensure smooth payroll operations.
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Learn side by side with our Senior Payroll Specialist, while reporting directly to the Head of HR.
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Required Skills and Experiences
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Minimum 3-5 years' experience in an end-to-end payroll role, ideally within rapid-paced industries such as manufacturing, warehouse, or highly governed blue-collar environments.
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Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, and award interpretation.
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Experience using MicroPay (highly desirable).
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Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
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Proven track record of accuracy, compliance, and process improvement in payroll.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage confidential information.
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Detail-oriented and analytical, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Additional Details & Benefits
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Competitive package: Up to $100K base + 12% Super + 12% Bonus.
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Annual salary review cycle.
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On-the-job training and career development opportunities.
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Collaborative and supportive team environment - cultural fit is highly valued.
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Discounted Bupa Health Fund.
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Flare Benefits including discounted gift cards, novated leases, and health/car/home loan discounts.
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Work equipment provided (laptop, phone, etc).
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Free onsite parking.
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How to Apply
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If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume.
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Employment details
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Employment type: Full-time
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Seniority level: Entry level
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Job function: Other
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Industries: Manufacturing
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📌 Payroll Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Talent
📍 New South Wales