Snr Payroll Officer

Processes payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with tax and employment legislation. Your new company
A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a high-performing and collaborative team within a well-established, South Australian organisation.This role plays a key part in delivering accurate, compliant and timely payroll services across multiple entities, supporting a diverse and growing workforce.

Your new role
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing and support the wider team with payroll operations and reporting.
Key responsibilities include:

• End-to-end weekly and monthly payroll processing across multiple entities
• Processing new starters, terminations, reimbursements and payroll adjustments
• Interpreting awards, agreements and ensuring legislative compliance
• Preparing termination calculations, leave reconciliations and back pay
• Managing STP submissions, payroll journals and reporting requirements
• Processing superannuation, payroll tax and statutory obligations
• Responding to payroll queries and providing support to stakeholders
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within payroll

What you'll need to succeed

Minimum 5 years' experience in a payroll position

Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards and compliance

Proven experience delivering end-to-end payroll in a high-volume environment

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach

Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities

Experience with systems such as UKG, MYOB or Xero will be highly regarded.

What you'll get in return

• Join a collaborative, high-performing payroll team
• Modern office located close to the Adelaide CBD
• Strong team culture with a focus on collaboration and connection
• Opportunity to add value and streamline payroll processes

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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