Payroll Officer

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The Opportunity

Are you a payroll professional with experience in the automotive industry? Are you ready to take the lead in payroll operations and be part of an end-to-end HRIS transformation? Join 4K Automotive Group as our Group Payroll Officer, based at our Campbelltown head office.

We're a dynamic, people-first business representing some of Australia's most recognised automotive brands. With multiple dealerships and service locations across NSW, we're proud of our strong team culture and commitment to excellence.

As we transition from Unipay to Employment Hero's integrated HR and payroll platform, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate, timely payroll while helping to shape the future of our workforce systems.

What You'll Do

1. End-to-end payroll processing across multiple entities using Unipay (transitioning to Employment Hero)
2. Ensure compliance with awards, superannuation, and Fair Work obligations in conjunction with the People and Culture team.
3. Reconcile payroll reports, STP submissions, leave entitlements, and employee records
4. Work closely with People & Culture to support onboarding, terminations, and audits
5. Lead payroll queries with professionalism and discretion
6. Participate in the rollout and testing of our new payroll system

What You'll Bring

• Proven payroll experience in a multi-site, award-based environment – automotive industry experience highly regarded
• Hands-on experience with Unipay and ideally a transition to a cloud-based HRIS like Employment Hero
• Strong understanding of NES, payroll tax, STP, and superannuation compliance
• A keen eye for detail, discretion, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Comfortable navigating change – you enjoy working in evolving, people-driven environments

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

4K Automotive provides opportunities for all team members to have a long and rewarding career. We offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Exclusive perks and discounts across products and services
• Monthly staff lunches and vibrant employee recognition programs
• Continuous professional development through in-person and online learning
• Access to premium facilities and affiliations with leading automotive brands
• Exceptional leadership and support to guide your career path
• Health and wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Our Promise: As a cherished part of our 4K family, we are committed to your growth and success. We seek long-term employees who are ready to grow with us and become a staple in our journey towards excellence.

If you're passionate about making a mark in the automotive space or bringing fresh ideas to an iconic industry, we'd love to hear from you Send your resume and a cover letter detailing why you're the right fit for this role via SEEK or directly to hr@4kgroup.com.au

4K Automotive is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a payroll officer?
• How many years of payroll experience do you have?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

4K Automotive, formerly Clintons Motor Group, has served the Macarthur and Canterbury-Bankstown areas since 1945. The company aims to be Australia's most innovative, customer-focused family business, driven by values such as leadership, innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence.

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Perks and benefits include excellent hands-on training and onboarding, staff discounts on vehicle purchases and servicing, social events and activities, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid rewards and recognition, and individual career plans (internal and external).