Job Description
The company n
Are you an experienced Payroll Officer looking for your next opportunity with a purpose-driven organisation?
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Our client is a well-established not-for-profit aged care provider committed to delivering quality care and support to the community. They are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join their team on a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who is confident managing an end-to-end payroll within the aged care sector.
The role n
Working as part of the Finance team, you will be responsible for delivering an accurate and timely end-to-end payroll function across the organisation for approximately 200 employees.
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Key responsibilities will include:
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End-to-end payroll fortnightly for approximately 600 employees
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Ensuring employee payroll information is maintained accurately and in a timely manner
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Reviewing payroll information and identifying and resolving discrepancies
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Providing advice and support to employees and managers on payroll-related matters
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Payroll reporting, reconciliations and compliance requirements
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Ensuring payroll activities are completed in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and employment conditions
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Working collaboratively with Finance, HR and operational teams to resolve payroll queries and issues
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Contributing to the improvement of payroll processes and systems where appropriate
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The successful candidate n
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Officer who is confident working in a complex payroll environment and can hit the ground running. You will ideally bring:
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Previous experience in a Payroll Officer or similar role
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Strong understanding of Australian payroll requirements and employment conditions
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Experience within aged care, community services, health or the not-for-profit sector will be highly regarded.
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Experience working within a complex or high-volume payroll environment
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Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
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Solid communication and stakeholder management skills
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A proactive and collaborative approach
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Experience working with payroll systems and the ability to quickly learn new systems
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What's on offer n
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6-month contract initially
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Opportunity to join a purpose-driven not-for-profit aged care provider
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Supportive and collaborative team environment
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Meaningful role supporting an essential organisational function
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Opportunity to make an immediate contribution
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📌 Payroll Officer - 6-Month Contract (Melbourne)
🏢 Align Talent
📍 Melbourne