Payroll Officer (Temp/Perm)

Our client, a leading national brand in its sector, is seeking a Payroll Officer to join their team on a temporary basis, with the potential for permanency. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to manage higher-level duties and play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of our payroll function.

About the role

You will be a vital part of the team, managing not just the day-to-day processing but also informing and contributing to the efficiency and compliance of the payroll. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing end-to-end fortnightly payroll processing for a high volume of employees, including new hires, terminations, leave, and salary changes.
• Processing and reconciling payroll-related accounts, including superannuation, PAYG withholding, and payroll tax.
• Preparing and submitting payroll tax returns and other statutory reporting.
• Coordinating superannuation clearing house management and ensuring compliance with all superannuation obligations.
• Generating payroll reports for internal stakeholders, including Finance and management.
• Resolving complex payroll queries and providing guidance on entitlements and legislation.
• Maintaining data integrity and ensuring compliance with relevant awards and statutory requirements.

About you

We are looking for a highly capable and proactive Payroll Officer with experience in a similar role. You should be detail-oriented, have strong analytical skills, and be comfortable handling higher-level duties. You'll bring:

• Proven experience in an end-to-end payroll role, with exposure to higher-level duties such as payroll tax and superannuation.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience with high-volume payroll processing for a large headcount.
• The ability to work autonomously and manage your workload efficiently.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

The benefits

• Temporary opportunity with a view to permanency.
• The opportunity to join a leading national business in a stable and reputable industry.
• A role that offers higher-level duties and career growth.
• Be a key contributor to a professional and supportive team.

If you are an experienced Payroll Specialist with a passion for accuracy and efficiency, we invite you to apply. For any queries regarding this role or other opportunities within the payroll function, you can reach out to patrick.collins@randstad.com.au, or call 0483 154 427 for a confidential discussion.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.