Job Description
The Opportunity
We're partnering with a well-established, purpose-led organisation in the care and community sector to recruit an experienced Senior Payroll Officer on a contract basis.
This is an immediate start role suited to someone who can step into a hands-on environment and take ownership of payroll operations in a high-volume, award-driven setting.
You'll be joining a supportive finance team where accuracy, timeliness and solid stakeholder communication are critical to ensuring staff are paid correctly and on time.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-end processing of payroll across a large, multi-site workforce
Interpret and apply relevant awards (SCHADS/Aged Care or similar), EBAs and legislation
Manage payroll queries, resolving discrepancies quickly and accurately
Maintain employee payroll records, including new starters, terminations and variations
Process timesheets, allowances, penalties and leave entitlements
Ensure compliance with superannuation, tax and statutory requirements
Perform payroll reconciliations (payroll, super, PAYG)
Support month-end reporting and audit requests
Identify and improve payroll processes where possible
Work closely with HR and finance to ensure data integrity across systems
About You
Proven experience in aSenior Payroll Officerrole within a high-volume environment
Strong knowledge of awards/EBA interpretation (healthcare, aged care or NFP highly regarded)




Confident managing end-to-end payroll with minimal supervision
High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance
ERP/payroll system experience (e.g. Chris21, iChris, Preceda, TechnologyOne or similar)
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing deadlines
Clear, professional communication style with a proactive approach
What's on Offer
Immediate start contract opportunity
Hands-on role with ownership of payroll function
Exposure to complex, award-driven payroll environments
Supportive team and established processes
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Senior Payroll Officer available immediately or on short notice, we'd love to hear from you.
Reference:- JJC
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📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Robert Half Australia
📍 Melbourne