stand-alone payroll officer

22 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Absolute Payroll Full time
Overview

STAND-ALONE PAYROLL OFFICER - $95/100K S - WFH 2 DAYS SYD/NEWCASTLE OR BRISSIE

Join to apply for the STAND-ALONE PAYROLL OFFICER - $95/100K S - WFH 2 DAYS SYD/NEWCASTLE OR BRISSIE role at Absolute Payroll.

This is an award-winning and market-leading engineering consultancy with a rare opening for an experienced payroll specialist, with a minimum of five years payroll expertise, taking sole ownership of end-to-end payroll processes for circa 300 employees.

Office locations include Sydney, Newcastle and Brisbane; applicants from these locations are welcome.

Responsibilities
  • Take sole ownership of end-to-end payroll processes for ~300 employees.
  • Audit and manage payroll and timekeeping systems.
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other teams to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing.
Benefits
  • Flexibility & Balance: Work from home 1–2 days a week, flexible hours within a 38-hour work week, and four additional paid Wellbeing Days each year.
  • Supportive Culture: Payroll backup during leave; recognition through monthly and annual awards.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle: Access to Employee Assistance Program, discounts, paid carer leave, flexible work options, novated leasing, and the ability to purchase extra leave.
  • Growth & Development: Ongoing professional development, tailored training, and internal opportunities to advance.
  • Rewards & Recognition: Employee referral program; develop system skills using Employment Hero/KeyPay payroll systems.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years' experience managing end-to-end payroll and confident in running the payroll department for 300+ employees.
  • Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
  • Solid understanding of multi-state payroll requirements, awards, legislation, and taxation.
  • Confidence in auditing and managing payroll and timekeeping systems.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to confidentiality.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle priorities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with HR, Finance, and other teams.
  • A proactive mindset with a passion for process improvement.

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