We are seeking an experienced and organised Group Payroll & HR Officer to join our team and manage the group's payroll and day-to-day HR administration across our motor dealership operations in Sydney.
Supporting a workforce of more than 200 employees, this is a hands‐on role suited to someone with demonstrated payroll experience who can take ownership of the weekly payroll function while ensuring our HR records and employee processes are accurate, compliant and up to date.
We use Employment Hero for HR and payroll and are looking for someone who is confident working with payroll systems, enjoys working with people and can manage competing priorities in a busy, multi-site environment.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and organised Group Payroll & HR Officer to join our team and manage the group's payroll and day-to-day HR administration across our motor dealership operations in Sydney.
Supporting a workforce of more than 200 employees, this is a hands‐on role suited to someone with demonstrated payroll experience who can take ownership of the weekly payroll function while ensuring our HR records and employee processes are accurate, compliant and up to date.
We use Employment Hero for HR and payroll and are looking for someone who is confident working with payroll systems, enjoys working with people and can manage competing priorities in a busy, multi-site environment.
Key responsibilities
Payroll
Manage the weekly payroll process for the group, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
Review timesheets, leave, overtime, allowances, commissions, salary adjustments and other payroll changes.
Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with applicable modern awards, employment contracts, legislation and company policies.




Maintain accurate employee payroll records and investigate and resolve payroll queries.
Manage payroll reporting, reconciliations and relevant payroll documentation.
Assist with superannuation processing, payroll tax, workers compensation wage information and other statutory reporting requirements.
Liaise with managers and the accounting team regarding payroll matters and reporting deadlines.
HR administration
Administer employee onboarding, including employment documentation, new starter records and system set‐up.
Prepare employment contracts, variations to employment conditions and other employment correspondence.
Manage employee changes, transfers, position updates and changes to remuneration.
Coordinate employee offboarding, including termination documentation, final pay information and system access or record updates.
Maintain accurate employee files, HR records, position descriptions and employment documentation.
Administer employee policies, acknowledgements, compliance records and other HR documentation through Employment Hero.
Assist managers with general HR administration.
Maintain confidentiality and ensure employee records are handled appropriately.
Systems and compliance
Maintain Employment Hero HR and payroll records and support the effective use of the system across the group.
Identify opportunities to improve payroll accuracy,



HR administration and internal processes.
Keep up to date with relevant payroll, employment and record‐keeping requirements.
Provide reliable support to management and dealership sites on payroll and HR administration matters.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Demonstrated hands‐on experience processing payroll from start to finish.
Experience managing weekly payroll for a medium‐size or larger workforce.
A sound understanding of Australian payroll legislation, up-to-date awards, overtime, allowances, leave entitlements and termination payments.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Experience with HR administration, including onboarding, employment contracts, employee records and offboarding.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and payroll or HR systems.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet strict weekly payroll deadlines.
Clear communication skills and the confidence to liaise with employees, managers and external providers.
A high level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential employee information.
Experience with Employment Hero and within the automotive, motor dealership, retail or multi-site environment will be highly regarded.
What we offer
The opportunity to join an established automotive group with multiple dealership operations.
A varied role combining payroll responsibility with practical HR administration.
The chance to take ownership of group payroll processes and contribute to improvements.
A supportive working setting with regular interaction
Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience.
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📌 Group Payroll & Hr Officer (Sydney)
🏢 CKD Automotive
📍 Sydney