SSH Group, an ASX-listed company, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join its KMH Workforce business in a permanent full-time role based in Belmont, working Monday to Friday, with free onsite parking.

This full-time position plays a critical role in managing end-to-end payroll, invoicing and reporting for our labour hire business, which services clients in the mining and resources, construction, and civil sectors.

Highly competitive remuneration package.

Immediate start available.

As the Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing, invoice generation, and compliance reporting across a diverse and dynamic workforce. You’ll work closely with operations and accounts teams to ensure smooth payroll cycles and maintain compliance with all relevant legislation and reporting obligations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end weekly payroll operations across all company divisions using Astute Payroll.
- Process, review and reconcile weekly timesheets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll deadlines.
- Interpret and apply relevant EBAs, Up-to-date Awards, pay conditions and payroll rules.
- Calculate and process wages, PAYG tax, superannuation and other payroll entitlements.
- Finalise payroll processing, banking and associated payment requirements.
- Maintain accurate employee and client payroll records, including rates, locations, tax details and superannuation information.
- Set up and maintain new employees, clients, payroll rule groups, rate cards and system configurations.
- Investigate and resolve payroll queries, escalating complex matters to relevant teams and management.
- Liaise with recruitment, rostering and field staff regarding timesheets, roster changes, payroll discrepancies and new site/client requirements.
- Verify timesheet accuracy and integrity, investigating discrepancies or potential falsification where required.




- Prepare and issue client invoices relating to payroll hours and provide associated accounts support.
- Prepare payroll reports, maintain accurate system data and ensure compliance with ATO and legislative requirements.
- Maintain and archive payroll documentation in accordance with company procedures.
- Provide administrative support and leave coverage for the Financial Accountant and Payroll Manager.
- Assist with process improvements, special projects and other ad hoc duties as required.

About You:

- Hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a payroll position within the labour hire industry.
- Proven experience using Astute Payroll (Or Similar payroll system), JobAdder or Bullhorn.
- Experience with Xero accounting system (or similar).
- Sound understanding of payroll legislation, awards, EBAs, and compliance reporting obligations.
- High attention to detail and ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Demonstrated administration skills in reporting, and time sheeting.
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
- Experience working in the labour hire or construction industry (desirable).

What We Offer:

- Supportive and professional team environment.
- ASX listed company.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program.
- Convenient Belmont location with free onsite parking.
- Flexible working culture.
- Cloud based (working from home friendly) systems and latest software packages utilised.

If you're a payroll professional with labour hire experience looking for a rewarding contract opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter via Seek. SSH Group acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we operate and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage applicants from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds to apply.

📌 Payroll Officer (Belmont)
🏢 SSH Group
📍 Belmont