Job Description

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Freighter Group is looking for a detail-oriented and organised Payroll & Finance Officer to join our finance team.

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This is a hands-on hybrid role that combines responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of payroll with the day-to-day finance operations. We're looking for someone who enjoys working across all areas, takes pride in getting the details right, and can manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role n

Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor, you will play an significant role in ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time, while also maintaining efficient and accurate finance processes.

Payroll n

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- Process fortnightly/monthly payroll accurately and on time.
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- Maintain employee payroll records and ensure changes are correctly processed.
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- Manage new starters, terminations, leave, allowances, deductions and other payroll adjustments.
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- Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with relevant legislation, awards and company policies.
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- Process superannuation and payroll-related payments and reconciliations.
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- Prepare payroll reports and assist with payroll-related queries from employees and managers.
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- Assist with year-end payroll processes, including income statements and STP requirements.
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- Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information.
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Finance Officer nn
- Reconciliations
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- Maintain accurate records.
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- Data entry
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- Support the wider finance team with general accounting and administrative tasks as required.




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About You n

You will be a reliable and detail-focused finance professional who enjoys working across finance.

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Ideally, you will have:

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- Previous experience in payroll, or a similar finance role.
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- Experience processing payroll from start to finish.
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- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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- Good understanding of payroll processes, compliance and statutory requirements.
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- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
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- The ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
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- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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- A high level of discretion when dealing with confidential information.
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- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with accounting/payroll systems.
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- A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of your responsibilities.
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Experience in the transport, logistics or freight industry will be highly regarded, but is not essential.

Why Join Freighter Group? n

At Freighter Group, you'll have the opportunity to join a growing business and play a key role within our finance function. This role offers variety across payroll and accounts payable, exposure to the broader finance team, and the opportunity to develop your skills.

Additional information n

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- Process accurate and timely payroll, including employee changes and payments
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- Support reconciliations, data entry and day-to-day finance operations
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- Join a growing team with opportunities to develop your finance skills
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📌 Payroll Office/Finance Officer (City of Ballarat)
🏢 Freighter Group
📍 City of Ballarat