We are seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join our dynamic and growing team in Sydney. Based in our stunning Barangaroo (Millers Point) offices. This full-time role is ideal for a payroll professional with a passion for process improvement, innovation, and collaboration.
Why Join Us?
- Attractive Salary Package: Total compensation of $110,000 (including superannuation)
- Vibrant Office Culture: Be part of a fun, dynamic workplace with an active social committee, plus a fully stocked wine and beer fridge in the office
- Growth Opportunities: We value your contribution and offer career growth in a collaborative and supportive environment
Key Responsibilities
- Payroll Processing: Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of fortnightly and monthly payrolls for both Australia and New Zealand, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to guarantee the accurate and timely submission of timesheets.
- System & Process Improvement: Assist in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of payroll systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Superannuation Management: Manage the setup of superannuation funds and SMSFs within our payroll system, ensuring proper configuration and maintenance.
- Reporting & Lodgement: Support the Payroll Manager in preparing and collating monthly superannuation reports for lodgement across all payrolls.
- Audit Support: Support the Payroll Manager during internal and external audit processes, ensuring accurate documentation and timely responses.
- End-of-Year Processing: Assist with end-of-year payroll processing, including STP reconciliation and Inland Revenue submissions.
- Payroll Accounting: Offer payroll accounting support to the Financial Controller as required, ensuring accurate and compliant financial records.
- Compliance: Ensure that payroll practices adhere to Fair Work/Award changes and other legislative updates affecting payroll.
- Workers' Compensation: Perform workers' compensation calculations for fortnightly and monthly employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with requirements.
- Ad Hoc Payroll Duties: Take on additional payroll-related tasks and projects as needed, contributing to the overall success of the payroll department.
Your Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of payroll experience in medium to large organizations
- Strong understanding of complex payroll systems
- Familiar with interpreting Awards, and payroll-related legislation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, IF formulas)
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience with New Zealand payroll systems is highly regarded
If you are an enthusiastic payroll professional with a passion for innovation and a desire to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply.
