Job Description

At Cirql, we don't focus on industry specifics - our core specialisation is partnering with middle-market organisations that are experiencing change. This client is the perfect example of that - an established and high-growth consumer businessproactively structuring its corporate systems, processes, and capability for the next wave of expansion.

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Cirql is proud to represent a major retail and FMCG operator with a substantial footprint across Australia. With a strong product portfolio and a diverse workforce of approximately 2,000 team members across retail stores and warehouse /distribution centres, the organisation maintains a commitment to operational excellence and employee experience.

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The People & Culture function is currently undergoing a period of key system modernisations and process optimization. The payroll operations structure is built on collaboration, mutual support, and open communication. Operating in a pragmatic and fast-paced retail environment, the team values calm problem-solvers who can balance technical compliance with a supportive, customer-centric approach to internal query resolution.

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About the Prospect

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Reporting to the Payroll Operations Manager, this Payroll Officer position is a central operational role within a dedicated and established payroll team. Designed for a hands-on payroll practitioner, this role offers end-to-end accountability across large-scale fortnightly pay runs, master data maintenance, and award interpretation.

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You will step into a pivotal environment as the organisation actively transitions its core payroll systems to Dayforce. Working alongside the team you will manage day-to-day processing, navigate complex retail edge cases, and assist in embedding standardized workflows to support ongoing business growth.

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What You'll Do

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Executing end-to-end processing of fortnightly payrolls and off-cycle payments for assigned pay run groups in compliance with company timelines

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Interpreting relevant employment frameworks, including the General Retail Industry Award (GRIA) and associated enterprise agreements

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Maintaining employee master data across new hires, position changes, part-time roster variations, and terminations

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Supporting the live system transition from legacy platforms to Dayforce, helping refine operational data mappings and process documentation

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Managing end-to-end processing for superannuation lodgements, long service leave, workers' compensation, and Paid Parental Leave

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Triaging first-level pay queries from store and distribution teams via the payroll inbox, delivering prompt and patient resolution

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Preparing ad hoc reporting for HR and Finance, including leave registers and reconciliation analysis

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Collaborating with team members to maintain audit trails and ensure strict compliance with internal control policies

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What You'll Bring

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We are seeking a patient, detail-oriented payroll professional who brings a calm, adaptable approach to dynamic, system-transition environments. You possess strong analytical capabilities and take pride in delivering accurate, timely outcomes for end-to-end workforce operations.

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In addition, you will bring:

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Proven hands-on experience in a standalone or end-to-end Payroll Officer capacity within medium-to-large organisations

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Hands-on experience using Dayforce, Preceda or similar payroll systems

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Sound working knowledge of modern awards, particularly the General Retail Industry Award (GRIA) would be an advantage

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Practical understanding of statutory leave liabilities, superannuation guarantee, and ATO compliance

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Excellent communication skills with a track record of handling internal queries patiently and professionally

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Be part of something bigger, your next step starts here.

📌 Payroll Officer (Victoria)
🏢 Cirql
📍 Victoria