An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a well-established and growing technology business on an initial 3-3.5 month contract, running until mid-January ****.
This is a great opportunity for a Payroll Officer with
Payroll Metrics / Paymetrics experience
who is comfortable getting into the detail and taking ownership of the end-to-end ANZ payroll function, supporting BAU operations while the business undertakes a payroll project.
The Responsibilities:
Reporting into the Payroll Manager, you'll be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll for approximately ******* employees across Australia and New Zealand.
Your responsibilities will include:
Processing the end-to-end monthly payroll process across ANZ using PayRTA / Paymetrics
Manage payroll data including adjustments, commissions, new starters, terminations and other employee changes
Prepare and process payroll journals and bank payments following each pay run
Manually calculate terminations, redundancies and new starter payments where required
Complete leave reconciliations and maintain accurate payroll records
Prepare superannuation, PAYG and payroll tax payments
Complete month-end payroll reconciliations, accruals and reporting
Reconcile payroll and investigate and resolve discrepancies




Liaise with employees regarding payroll queries and provide timely support
Work closely with Finance and People & Culture to ensure payroll data is accurate and up to date
About You:
We're looking for an experienced Payroll Officer who can hit the ground running and take ownership of the payroll function from day one.
You'll bring:
3-5+ years' experience managing payroll end-to-end for ~400+ employees
MUST have hands-on experience using Payroll Metrics / Paymetrics payroll system
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, superannuation and payroll tax
Experience in processing New Zealand payroll is highly desirable
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Robust Excel skills and strong numerical/analytical ability
The ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
To Note:
Experience using Payroll Metrics / Paymetrics payroll system is essential
Must be immediately available or on 1 weeks' notice or less
Sydney CBD Location - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
Working holiday visas are encouraged to apply!
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates.
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