Hybrid work flexibility supporting work-life balance
Short-term opportunity to build leadership and advance your career

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the healthcare industry in Melbourne.

Job Description

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the successful Senior Payroll Officer will be responsible for:
Delivering accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing within a large, complex organisation.
Managing payroll enquiries and providing exceptional customer service to employees and stakeholders.
Reviewing payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate employee records.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, awards, enterprise agreements, and internal policies.
Supporting payroll reporting, reconciliations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Providing guidance and support to junior team members while contributing to a cooperative team environment.
Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across Finance, HR, and the broader business.
Maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Payroll Officer will have:




Proven payroll experience within a large, complex, and high-volume environment.
Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, awards, enterprise agreements, superannuation, and salary packaging.
Experience using payroll systems, with solid reporting, analytical, and intermediate Excel skills.
Excellent customer service, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
The ability to manage competing priorities, solve complex payroll issues, and work proactively.
A commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.
Experience within the healthcare sector.
Exposure to SuccessFactors and/or UKG (Kronos).

What's on Offer
Competitive hourly rate with an immediate start.
Temporary assignment with the opportunity to gain exposure to payroll transformation and process improvement initiatives.
Join a supportive and collaborative team within a large, complex organisation.
Versatile working arrangements and valuable experience in a high-volume payroll environment.
Opportunity to enhance your skills and broaden your payroll expertise.

📌 Senior Payroll Officer Melbourne
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Melbourne