Payroll OfficerDate: 19 Oct ****Location: Brisbane, QLD, AUCompany Name: McLarensThe OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join our Finance team.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services across the business.
This is a hands‐on position suited to someone with strong payroll knowledge, a customer‐focused mindset and a passion for accuracy and compliance.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external payroll providers and employees across the business, providing expert payroll support while identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and systems.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll TechnicalBe established as a subject matter expert within the team due to experience and payroll knowledge and capabilityAct as a point of contact for all payroll matters by providing sound advice and problem‐solving techniques for all employees, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfactionEnsure due diligence and compliance with all legislation, approved standards, policies and procedures relating to Payroll's processesLead various initiatives or process improvements within the team and across the organizationAssist in reviewing and maintaining checklists and procedures with an emphasis on process improvement seeking to reduce payroll issues through early identification of potential issuesAssist with Payroll system updates relating to changes in legislation and taxation requirementsManage the fortnightly Payroll and ad‐hoc pays, with the outsourced processing providerProactively liaise with HR colleagues to obtain information required (e.g. new staff details, terminations) to process payments or update systemsMaintain electronic employee master file recordsComplete payroll processing by ensuring accurate and efficient processing of timesheets,



leave applications and other adjustments.Execute the timely processing of the payment of salaries, movements, timesheets, leave, terminations, claims, tax, super, deductions etc. are completed accurately and on timeMaintain the integrity of staff entitlements including leave accruals, salary progressions, allowances, deductions and superannuation etc.Undertake appropriate record keeping for audit, including income, payroll tax and superUndertake fortnightly and monthly reconciliations and reports are completed and distributed within timeframesMonitor incoming mail and queries, responding or escalating to the Financial Controller where appropriateUndertake month end processes including the reconciliation of Payroll General Ledgers and Payroll TaxMaintain Superannuation, Work Cover, Child Support, Parental Leave and Centrelink payments etc.Ensure compliance with all legislation, standards, policies and procedures relating to the payment of salaries and elevate any breachCalculate, communicate, and process the appropriate payroll deductions and withholdings for share‐based compensation, including accurate calculation and payment of taxes related to share grantsStay up-to-date on relevant tax laws and regulationsClient ServicesProactively build strong relationships externally, in the team and across the firm,



creating a positive and progressive working environment.Provide general assistance and payroll advice to colleagues with a focus on resolving all matters as requiredEnsure a high level of customer service and advice is provided to all internal and external customersAct as a point of contact for Payroll matters by providing sound advice and effective problem-solving techniquesMaintain the Payroll Inbox and ensure queries are resolved in a timely mannerSystemsWith the support of the Financial Controller, manage the current outsourced payroll providerWork with consultants on requested information and system requirementsSet up, test and implement new payroll workflow processes and continually monitor where changes and improvements can be madeEssentialSkills and ExperiencePrevious experience in an end-to-end payroll position.Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation and compliance requirements.Experience processing payroll within a medium to large organisation.High level of accuracy and attention to detail.Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.A proactive and customer-focused approach to stakeholder support.DesirableExperience using ADP or similar payroll systems.Experience working with outsourced payroll providers.Experience participating in payroll system implementations or process improvement projects.Relevant payroll, accounting or business qualifications.Individual progress, global purpose.
It's all here at McLarens.Our Company is an equal employment chance employer.
The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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📌 Payroll Officer (Brisbane)
🏢 McLarens
📍 Brisbane