Asquith Workforce is currently recruiting an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer on behalf of our client, an established business located in Newcastle.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional seeking a consistent two-day working week, with the potential to transition into permanent part-time employment.

What's on Offer?

- Part-time hours position – 2 days per week (Monday and Tuesday)
- Temporary-to-permanent employment opportunity
- Work with an established local business
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of an essential business function
- Consistent working days offering excellent work-life balance

About the Role

As the Payroll Officer, you will play an important role in supporting accurate, timely and compliant payroll processing.

Working closely with the administration and finance team, you will be responsible for maintaining payroll records, processing timesheets and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time.

Key responsibilities include:

- Process and assist with end-to-end payroll activities.
- Review, verify and process employee timesheets, including overtime and allowances.
- Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including new starters, terminations and changes to employment details.
- Calculate and process leave entitlements, deductions and payroll adjustments.
- Ensure payroll compliance with relevant modern awards, enterprise agreements and Australian employment legislation.
- Assist with PAYG withholding, superannuation and Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting.
- Prepare payroll reconciliations, reports and supporting documentation.
- Respond to employee payroll enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and financial information.
- Provide general payroll and administration support as required.

About You We're seeking a reliable,



organised and experienced payroll qualified who takes pride in accuracy and enjoys working in a collaborative environment.

To be successful, you will have:

- Previous experience in a Payroll Officer or similar payroll administration position.
- Demonstrated understanding of Australian payroll legislation, awards and employment conditions.
- Experience processing timesheets, overtime, allowances and leave entitlements.
- Knowledge of PAYG, superannuation and payroll compliance requirements.
- Confidence using payroll and accounting software.
- Good Microsoft Excel skills and strong computer literacy.
- Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet payroll deadlines.
- Professional communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Availability to work both Mondays and Tuesdays each week.

Highly regarded but not essential:

- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Diploma of Payroll Services or a related qualification.
- Experience processing payroll within transport, logistics, warehousing or other operational industries.
- Experience with complex rosters, shift allowances and overtime calculations.
- Previous experience using payroll and time-and-attendance systems.

Why Apply Through Asquith Workforce?

Asquith Workforce is a proudly Aboriginal-owned and Supply Nation Certified recruitment agency, providing permanent recruitment, temporary staffing and labour hire solutions across a diverse range of industries.

We are passionate about connecting great people with quality employers and supporting meaningful employment opportunities.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Apply Now! If you're an experienced Payroll Officer seeking a flexible, part-time opportunity with the potential for permanent employment, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today with your updated resume to be considered for this opportunity.

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📌 Payroll Officer (Newcastle)
🏢 Asquith Workforce
📍 Newcastle