Payroll Assistant

3 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Pay Cat - Australia's Payroll Specialists Full time

Launch Your Payroll & HR Tech Career with Pay Cat – Entry-Level Role with Structured Training

Location: Newcastle & Hunter Region (Hybrid)

Role Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Based on Study Commitments)

Salary: $60,000 pro rata (based on a 37.5-hour work week)

Start Date: July 2025 Intake

Ideal For: Recent grads or students studying business, accounting, HR, or related disciplines

Are you ready to kickstart a career in tech-driven payroll and HR?

Join Pay Cat, a fast-growing workforce solutions provider and Platinum Employment Hero partner, as one of two new team members in our Induction Pathway Program – a structured and supportive entry into the world of payroll technology, client services, and workforce compliance.

What's in the Program?

Skills

Over 24 weeks, you'll rotate through our core operational teams, gaining hands-on experience and tailored training that builds your confidence and skills in the payroll and HR tech space:

2 Weeks – Systems Training

Get to know the platforms we use (like Employment Hero and Basecamp) and how we deliver exceptional service.

4 Weeks – Sales Team

Learn how we scope solutions, demo software, and support businesses looking for smarter workforce systems.

6 Weeks – Payroll Implementation Team

Work on real client onboarding projects, learning how we configure systems and interpret modern awards and EBAs.

6 Weeks – Payroll Support Team

Dive into the action with our support crew, solving problems and delivering "wow" moments to our clients.

6 Weeks – Outsourced Payroll Team

See payroll in motion, working on processing, audits, reconciliations, and end-to-end delivery.

Training & Support

We combine internal mentoring and coaching with access to external courses and certifications. Whether you're working full-time or part-time to balance your studies, we'll support your development and make sure you feel part of the team.

Who This Role is For

We're looking for sharp, reliable, and curious people who:

Are based in Newcastle or the Hunter Region

Have full Australian work rights

Are studying or have completed a degree in business, HR, accounting, or similar

Thrive in a collaborative, flexible, and fast-moving environment

Are ready to learn, contribute, and grow with us

Why Join Pay Cat?

Be part of a tight-knit, fun, and forward-thinking team

Build a future in tech, HR, or payroll operations

Get exposure to a wide range of clients and industries (SCHADS, construction, and more)

Work hybrid with flexibility around your university schedule

Start your career with a real pathway to permanent roles

How to Apply

Send us your CV and a short note telling us why you're interested in the program and how it fits with your goals. We'll be interviewing in June for a July start.

This is more than a job — it's your launchpad.

Apply today and become part of Pay Cat's next generation.

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