The Role
9-month FTC Payroll Officer
Melbourne CBD
Hybrid arrangement (3 days in the office)
MYOB Pay Global experience a must have
Australian payroll experience a must have
Key Responsibilities
End to end payroll processing of around 900 employees
Expertise in Australian Payroll Legislation
Compliance: In-depth understanding of Australian tax laws, superannuation, Fair Work Act, Modern Awards, and enterprise agreements
Reporting: Familiarity with Single Touch Payroll and reporting to the ATO
Leave Management
Reconciliations
Superannuation guarantees
Payroll Tax
Payroll Processing, Off cycle Payments, Overpayments, Garnishments, New hires, terminations, Changes in Pays, ABA file payments, Superannuation, STP reporting, Year End Processes
Key Requirements
Award interpretation experience
MYOB Pay Global experience
Experience working in fast-paced environments
Australian payroll experience
If this sounds like you, please APPLY immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A Payroll Officer is responsible for managing and processing employee payments, including salaries, benefits, and taxes. They ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and maintain accurate payroll records.
To become a Payroll Officer in Australia, you typically need a Certificate IV in Payroll Administration or a related field, as well as experience with payroll software and systems.
The average salary for a Payroll Officer in Australia is around $65,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior roles or those with specialized skills can earn upwards of $90,000 per year.
Payroll Officers can progress to senior roles, such as Payroll Manager or HR Manager, or move into related fields like accounting or finance. With experience and additional qualifications, you can also start your own payroll consulting business.
To succeed as a Payroll Officer in Australia, you'll need strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work with payroll software and systems. Communication and problem-solving skills are also essential, as you'll be working with employees, management, and external stakeholders.
