Payroll Officer

Alexandria, Sydney | $90,000-$100,000 + Super (FTE) | Flexible 4-Day Working Week

Take ownership, make an impact and become the Payroll Manager's trusted right-hand person.

Are you an experienced Payroll Officer looking for a role where you can genuinely take ownership, work closely with senior leadership and contribute beyond the traditional payroll function?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing Automotive company with a network across metropolitan Sydney and regional NSW. With approximately 400 employees and a robust presence across multiple locations, the business has built an impressive reputation for delivering quality products, exceptional service and long-standing customer relationships.

Based in Alexandria, the business is looking for a capable and hands-on Payroll Specialist to work alongside the Payroll Manager, becoming their trusted right-hand person and taking ownership of the day-to-day payroll operations.

The working arrangement offers genuine flexibility, with the choice of either:

- Four days per week (Monday to Thursday); or
- Nine days per fortnight.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Payroll Manager, you will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth and accurate delivery of payroll across multiple business entities and locations.

This is a varied position offering exposure to both payroll and some HR responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on, taking initiative and becoming a trusted point of contact for employees and management.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Managing end-to-end fortnightly payroll across multiple entities, covering approximately 110 employees.
- Coordinating additional weekly and commission-based pay runs.
- Taking ownership of day-to-day payroll operations and ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing.




- Interpreting and applying the MTA Vehicle Award.
- Working closely with the Payroll Manager and Finance Manager.
- Acting as a key point of contact for employee payroll and HR-related queries.
- Assisting with employee relations matters, complaints and general HR administration.
- Preparing employment correspondence and formal employee documentation.
- Applying your understanding of Australian employment legislation and payroll compliance.
- Assisting with month-end processes, including payroll journals and reconciliations.

About You

You are a confident and experienced Payroll Officer who enjoys working in a hands-on workplace and takes pride in delivering accurate and reliable outcomes.

You are comfortable working autonomously, managing competing priorities and dealing with employees at all levels of the business. Importantly, you bring the maturity and resilience required to navigate sensitive employee matters while maintaining professionalism and discretion.

To be successful, you will ideally bring:

- Proven end-to-end Australian payroll experience, preferably within a multi-entity setting.
- Experience taking ownership of payroll operations with minimal supervision.
- A sound understanding of Australian payroll legislation, award interpretation and employment conditions.
- Previous exposure to HR administration, employee relations or handling sensitive employee matters.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.




- Confident written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to remain composed, professional and solutions-focused when dealing with challenging situations.

What's In It For You?

- Choice of four days per week (Monday to Thursday) or nine days per fortnight.
- An opportunity to become the Payroll Manager's trusted second-in-command.
- Broader exposure across payroll, HR administration and employee relations.
- Join an established and growing Australian business with approximately 400 employees.
- Work closely with senior finance leadership and have genuine visibility across the business.
- Opportunity to develop your responsibilities and make a meaningful contribution.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Payroll Officer looking for your next opportunity, where you can combine payroll expertise, autonomy and broader HR exposure while enjoying a flexible working arrangement, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch with Yani Bormans for a confidential discussion at [email protected].

Reference Number: 06800-(phone hidden)

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📌 Payroll Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 New South Wales