We are seeking an experienced Part Time Payroll Officer (0.4 FTE) to join our team at our Belmont office. If you are looking for an opportunity to combine work and home duties – then this role is just for you.

About the Role

As a Payroll Officer, you will manage payroll administration across the Metrowest Group: processing changes to salary, allowances and deductions, administering leave entitlements, superannuation and salary packaging, and answering the day-to-day payroll questions that arrive from across Group.

This is an office-based role.

About You

You are a confident, organised payroll practitioner who takes pride in getting the detail right and can explain payroll outcomes clearly, calmly and professionally. You have proven experience working in payroll environments and you are comfortable interpreting information to resolve exceptions. You enjoy being part of a service-oriented team and are always looking for a better way to run a process.

What You'll Do

Payroll Processing & Administration:

- Process end-to-end payroll activities accurately and on time.

- Calculate wages, overtime, allowances, terminations, leave entitlements, and back pays.

- Maintain payroll and leave management systems.

- Process salary increases and payroll adjustments.

- Support month-end payroll processing and reporting activities.

Compliance & Reporting:

- Ensure payroll processing complies with relevant legislation, awards, enterprise agreements, and internal policies.

- Interpret awards, agreements, and employment contracts.

- Prepare payroll reporting to meet organisational and statutory requirements.

- Support payroll tax, superannuation, and group tax activities.

- Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting requirements.

Customer Service & Support:





- Respond to payroll enquiries promptly and professionally.

- Build positive relationships with employees, managers, and key stakeholders.

- Provide accurate advice on payroll-related matters.

- Help ensure payroll enquiries are resolved within agreed service levels.

Continuous Improvement
- Support payroll projects, process improvements, and system enhancements.

- Contribute to standardisation and continuous improvement initiatives across the payroll function.

- Assist team members to achieve shared goals and business outcomes.

What You Bring

Experience & Qualifications:

- 2-5 years' experience in payroll processing within an Australian payroll environment.

- Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processing and payroll legislation.

- Experience interpreting Awards and Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) will be an advantage.

- Knowledge of payroll accounting and financial reporting processes.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, payroll systems, and time and attendance systems.

Skills & Attributes:

- Robust customer service focus.

- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

- Excellent communication and organisational skills.

- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing deadlines.

- Strong problem-solving capability.

- Sound numerical and data entry skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining confidentiality.

Systems and knowledge

Experience with the following would be advantageous, although training can be provided:

· SharePoint

· MYOB Acumatica

· Microsoft Excel

Why join us:

- Competitive salary (pro-rated) super, depending on experience

- Opportunities for professional and personal development

- You’ll have the support of a leadership team that values your contribution and wants to see you succeed

📌 Payroll Officer - Part Time (Perth)
🏢 Metrowest
📍 Perth