Job Description
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Employee Type FullTime
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Contact Phone **********
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Sands Fridge Lines is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join our team based in Forrestfield, Western Australia.
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Reporting to the Payroll Manager, this role is ideal for a payroll qualified who can confidently manage end-to-end payroll processes, maintain compliance with legislative and industrial requirements, and contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll operations.
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You will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for weekly and fortnightly employees, while partnering closely with Finance, HR, and operational leaders to ensure a high standard of service delivery across the business.
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Key Responsibilities
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Process payroll for approximately ******* employees, ensuring all payments are calculated accurately and in accordance with relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, allowances, and approved variations.
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Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, industrial instruments, company policies, and statutory obligations.
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Manage payroll enquiries, investigations, adjustments, terminations, and back pays in a timely and professional manner.
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Prepare and support month-end and statutory reporting, including PAYG, Superannuation, Payroll Tax, and Child Support obligations.
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Produce payroll and headcount reporting for key business stakeholders.
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Maintain accurate employee leave records and ensure leave entitlements are correctly accrued and reported.
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Provide accounting and administrative support to the Finance team as required.
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Stay informed of changes to Awards, Enterprise Agreements, payroll legislation, and industrial relations requirements.
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Work collaboratively with HR to ensure employee records, contractual obligations, and payroll processes are maintained accurately.
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Assist with year-end reconciliations, reporting, and other statutory requirements.
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Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiencies.
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Why Join Sands Fridge Lines?
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Secure and stable employment with a well-established WA business.
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Supportive, collaborative, and friendly team environment.
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Diverse and fast-paced role with variety in your daily work.
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Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
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Family-owned business with strong values and a commitment to its people.
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Opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation and make a genuine impact.
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Requirements
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To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
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A current Australian driver's licence and reliable transport.
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Proven experience in a high-volume payroll environment with end-to-end payroll processing responsibilities.
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Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and compliance requirements.
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Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
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A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
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Confidence in escalating issues appropriately and communicating effectively with managers and stakeholders.
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High levels of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
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Experience & Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years' experience in an end-to-end payroll position.
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Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Certificate IV in Payroll Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline.
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Able to work within demanding and competing timeframes.
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Strong aptitude for process management and continuous improvement.
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Sound working knowledge of Awards and Enterprise Agreements.
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Experience using Access Micropay or any other payroll software and UKG payroll systems will be highly regarded.
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Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is a must.
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If you are a motivated payroll professional looking for your next opportunity with a respected and growing WA transport and logistics company, we would love to hear from you.
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Applicants must:
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Have full and unrestricted working rights in Australia
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Currently reside in Australia
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Hold a degree in accounting
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Be willing to complete a pre-employment medical assessment
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Successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening
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Provide employment references relevant to their payroll experience
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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Join Sands Fridge Lines and become part of a team that keeps Western Australia's food supply moving safely, efficiently, and reliably every day.

📌 Payroll Officer (Perth)
🏢 Sands Fridge Lines
📍 Perth