People & Payroll Coordinator – Townsville – Accounting & Financial Services Firm
Looking for a payroll role where you can take ownership while also gaining exposure across People & Culture?
Want to join a well-established firm with a strong team culture and genuine career development opportunities?
Our client is a long-established and highly regarded integrated accounting and financial services firm with over 70 years of history and a solid presence across Queensland.
With 75+ staff across multiple locations, the firm delivers accounting, tax, financial planning, SMSF, audit and business advisory services to a diverse client base.
Their Townsville office is continuing to grow and is now seeking a People & Payroll Coordinator to join the team.
The Role:
End-to-end payroll processing across the business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery
Maintain and update employee records within HRIS and payroll systems, including Xero Payroll
Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, awards, and HR requirements
Support broader HR and People & Culture functions including onboarding, reporting, and administration




Assist with process improvements and system efficiencies across payroll and HR
Act as a key point of contact for payroll and HR queries across the business
Maintain a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail
About You:
3–5 years' experience in end-to-end payroll processing
Experience using HRIS systems and Xero Payroll
Certificate or Diploma in Payroll, HR, or Business Administration
Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, awards, and HR processes
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organised with strong time management skills
Analytical and solutions-focused with a continuous improvement mindset
Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented
What's On Offer:
Opportunity to take ownership of payroll within a respected professional services firm
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Stable, long-established business with a strong regional presence
Career development opportunities within a growing Townsville office
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📌 Head Of Payroll & Ap – Shared Financial Services (Brisbane)
🏢 XPS Materials Group
📍 Brisbane