Payroll Officer

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Australia BAE Systems Full time
All Systems GO Perform purposeful work of national significance

  • Career development opportunities in one of Australias largest Defence companies
  • Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a strong culture


At BAE Systemswe are all systems go as we continue to drive innovation and seek passionate and talented people to join our business.

We currently have a new opportunity as a Payroll Officer within our Central Functions business, based in Edinburgh Parks, Adelaide.

Hybrid working arrangements available.

What this opportunity will mean for you:

  • Purposeful work where your efforts are recognized in an environment where you can thrive
  • Joining an organisation that is passionate about developing some of the most impressive careers in the world
  • Industryleading flexibility options to unlock the talent and diversity of every individual
  • Unique opportunities to contribute to programs of national significance whilst growing your skills
  • A strong safety culture, inclusive teams and work to be proud of, underpinned by a compelling set of values

Your new role:


Reporting to the National Payroll and Compliance Manager, the Payroll Officer will support the team through the delivery of timely and accurate payment of remuneration and benefits, maintenance and reporting on payroll related activities.


Key accountabilities will include:

  • Providing an accurate and timely payroll processing service to the business
  • Providing general and complex payroll advice to employees
  • Supporting the processing of cyclical payroll activities
  • Coordinating and collating payroll information for business areas and provide analysis of complex business metrics and recommendations as required
  • Ensuring payroll data is accurate and structured appropriately through regular validation
  • Acting as a point of contact for payroll and time keeping systems
  • Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
  • Responding to business requests via a call management system
About you

As an ideal applicant for this opportunity, you'll have:

  • Prior payroll experience managing high volumes of employees
  • Demonstrated experience with computerised payrolls and an understanding of electronic timekeeping systems
  • The ability to work in a highly confidential work environment and have privacy front of mind
  • Developed complex problemsolving, influencing and investigation skills
  • A strong attention to detail with accurate data entry and processing skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
  • Experience with Oracle or Kronos systems would be desirable, however not essential.
Applicants who are not Australian citizens or Australian Permanent Residents will not be considered.
We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Our culture
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where our people can thrive.

For us that means ensuring that the voices and talents of our employees are valued and that everyone has a sense of belonging.

We do not tolerate discrimination because of differences, such as age, ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, or sexual orientation.

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