This exciting 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity is for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a thriving team in the retail industry. You will play a key role in managing end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance with relevant legislation, and delivering exceptional payroll support to employees and stakeholders.

Client Details

This company is a well-established organisation within the retail sector, known for its focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction. As a medium-sized business, they are committed to fostering a supportive and professional environment for their employees.

Description

Reporting into the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Officer will be responsible for

- Processing end-to-end payroll for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments
- Maintaining and updating payroll records in line with Australian legislation
- Handling payroll queries and providing clear, accurate information to employees and management
- Reconciling payroll accounts and preparing reports for management review
- Collaborating with the Accounting & Finance team to ensure seamless integration of payroll data
- Staying up to date with payroll legislation and ensuring compliance with awards and agreements
- Assisting with end-of-year payroll activities, including group certificates




- Contributing to process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency

Profile

A successful Payroll Officer should have:

- Proven experience as a Payroll Officer in a high-volume, end-to-end payroll environment
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements (NZ exposure highly regarded)
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Confident communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with payroll systems such as ADP or SuccessFactors (advantageous, not essential)
- A proactive, team-oriented approach with the ability to manage competing deadlines

Job Offer

- Inner-city suburb location with convenient access
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Stable, permanent role within the retail industry
- Be part of a company that values excellence and compliance in payroll management
- Quarterly bonus scheme
- In office free parking
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- Birthday, Volunteer, Professional Development and Paid Parental Leave
- Health & Wellbeing programs

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Jessica Starns +61386166***.

📌 Payroll Officer (South Melbourne)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 South Melbourne