Payroll Officer

4 weeks ago


Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia Taronga Conservation Society Australia Full time
  • Located at Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo
  • Ongoing Full-time position
  • TCSA Salaried Employees Award, Clerk Grade 3/4, annual package from $95,953 (includes base salary $84,659 + plus superannuation & leave loading)

Ready to play a vital role behind the scenes at one of Australia's most iconic conservation organisations?

We're looking for a Payroll Officer to join our roar-some team at Taronga Western Plains Zoo - Dubbo.

As Payroll Officer, you'll ensure our passionate team is supported with accurate, timely pay. This is more than just numbers; it's about creating a seamless employee experience, improving systems, and being part of an organisation with purpose.

You'll work in a collaborative, energetic team, get hands-on with our systems (SAP SuccessFactors, ECP and UKG Dimensions), and contribute to continual process improvements. If you thrive under pressure, love solving payroll puzzles, and want your work to make a difference—Taronga is your calling

About The Role…

To effectively provide and deliver accurate and timely payroll services to all Taronga employees and to contribute to the continuous improvement of the payroll functionality and our time and attendance processes for the Taronga Conservation Society Australia.

Key Accountabilities…
  • Process and maintain accurate payroll transactions in accordance with relevant legislation, industrial instruments, and company policies, with a focus on timely and consistent service delivery.
  • Respond to and resolve routine to moderately complex payroll queries from employees and managers regarding pay, entitlements, deductions, and time and attendance records.
  • Prepare regular payroll reports and assist with the analysis of payroll and employee-related data, in conjunction with the time and attendance system.
  • Identify and help resolve discrepancies in payroll processing, escalating complex issues to senior payroll staff as required.
  • Maintain accurate employee data within payroll systems (currently SAP SuccessFactors and UKG Dimensions), and assist with system updates or corrections as directed.
  • Support compliance activities, including assisting with documentation and data preparation for internal and external audits.
  • Participate in system and process improvement initiatives, including user testing and data validation, under the direction of the Payroll Manager or project team.

About You…

We are looking for candidates that have:
  • Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing using a Human Resource Information System (HRIS), with preference given to candidates who have experience with SAP SuccessFactors, Employee Central Payroll, and UKG Pro Dimensions.
  • A sound understanding of payroll functions, procedures and legislation.
  • Experience in a similar role.
  • Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters in a professional manner.
  • Obtain and maintain a current volunteer NSW Working with Children Check at own expense.

Benefits…

Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following:
  • Flexible Hybrid work model - Taronga supports a blend of in-office, remote, and on-the-go workers
  • Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga's Sydney & Dubbo Zoo's
  • Free onsite car parking, outside of peak periods
  • A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation across both sites
  • Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
  • Discounted Fitness Passport
  • We're a social team - there's always lots going on around the zoo that we get involved with
  • + more

We Value Diversity…

Taronga is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community – be it on the basis of gender, age, culture, religion, language or personal circumstances.

Taronga is also committed to building on the perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills that this diversity brings to our organisation.

About Applying…

Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application.
  • Tell us about your experience processing end-to-end payroll. What systems have you used? SAP SuccessFactors, ECP and UKG is highly desirable.
  • Why are you interested in joining the Payroll team at Taronga?

Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday 14 September 2025
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