Payroll Officer

apartmentRobert Half placeSouth Melbourne calendar_month10/4/26

The Company

Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a well-established and globally recognised industry leader in South Melbourne on a permanent full-time basis.

Working closely with an excellent Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for processing end-to-end payroll for 400 employees, ensuring all payroll transactions are processed efficiently and to a high level of accuracy.

With outstanding offices located walking distance from South Melbourne market, this is a fantastic opportunity for any payroll professional looking to embark on a new employment challenge.

Please note that this is an office-based role.

The Role

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, your duties will include:

Process end to end weekly and monthly payroll processing
Ensuring all payroll transactions are processed efficiently and to a high level of accuracy
Review and create employment agreements
Maintenance of employee records, data entry for starters, leavers and other employee changes.
Asist in calculation of termination pays
Complete payroll reporting as required
Assist in ensuring that all End-of-Month Payroll functions are completed including, processing and posting all Payroll journals to general ledger, reconciliation of Payroll accounts, Superannuation payments, PAYG, child support.

Your Profile

Minimum of 2 years previous experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
Sound numeracy skills, attention to detail and accuracy
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel)
Proven ability to work effectively either as an individual or a member of a team
Proven ability to meet deadlines, good organisational and time management skills
Understanding of payroll legislation and process
Demonstrated knowledge or payroll entitlement calculations, including leave and termination/redundancy calculations

Apply Today

Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.

Reference Number: 06810-0013417084

This is a on-site position

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