Payroll Officer

OTR is a revolutionary convenience brand that has grown from a South Australian icon to a national leader in convenience and fuel. Since its inception in 1984, OTR has consistently been amongst the fastest-growing convenience brands in the country, boasting a network of over 200 unique outlets.

Today, OTR is part of the Viva Energy Australia Group – an ASX-listed company helping Australians reach their destination by refining, importing, and delivering the energy products that they need to get there while building a safe and sustainable energy future for all Australians.  With Viva Energy Australia’s national footprint and OTR’s history of industry-leading innovation, there has never been a more exciting time to join OTR as we set out to redefine the retail landscape in Australia.

Join Our Team on a 12-month fixed term contract as a Payroll Officer

The Payroll Officer is responsible for the execution of payroll processes, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational standards. This role focuses on the end-to-end delivery of payroll services, including processing, reconciliation, and compliance, while providing support for financial and employee-related payroll functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll, including salary, leave entitlements, and Superannuation calculations, ensuring compliance with policies and awards.
• Conduct routine data validation, reconciliations and variance checks.
• Address payroll queries, manage bank rejections, and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with Superannuation obligations (OTE/stapling).
• Perform LSL calculations according to relevant State legislation.
• Support STP reporting and assist with end-of-financial-year processes.
• Administer employee benefits, such as expense reimbursements and fuel discounts.
• Assist with backpay calculations, termination calculations and parental leave processing.
• Maintain payroll schedules, records, and compliance with data accuracy standards.

• Minimum 3-5 years of payroll experience
• Strong EA / Modern Award interpretation experience required
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proven payroll processing experience across multiple regions
• Effective communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.​

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles.

Please note: This role is being sourced by our internal Talent Acquisition team, therefore we will not be accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.

Only applications from candidates holding full working rights for employment in Australia will be considered.

Applications Close 25 April 2025