Payroll Administrator

2 weeks ago


Surry Hills, Australia Torrens University Australia Full time

Who we are?
At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities - and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous - with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.

What’s the job?
- Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Specialist’s primary purpose is to provide exceptional customer experience to payroll customers by delivering timely and accurate fortnightly and monthly payroll. This role provides ongoing support to the Senior Payroll Specialist to ensure all facets of the payroll function are delivered by managing customer queries, maintaining accurate employee data and reporting.Day-to-day accountabilities:
- Take the lead and ownership on preparing and processing end-to-end fortnightly and monthly pay run with support from Senior Payroll Specialist-
- Ensure fortnightly and monthly pay run is as accurate as possible before being checked by the Senior Payroll Specialist and/or the Payroll Manager by performing self-checks i.e. via audit reports, payroll reports-
- Calculate and process any ad-hoc payments as required. terminations, bonuses/commissions, and other additions/deductions-
- Calculate and process manual adjustments for back payments, including but not limited to, salary changes, higher duties, secondments and any other changes to employee payroll records-
- Have an understanding of STP reporting-
- Assist and train employees and managers on any ESS Timecard queries being their first point of contact and escalating to Senior Payroll Specialist where necessary-
- Respond to payroll queries and any ad-hoc payroll requests from internal and external customers.-
- EOM HR reporting including New Starters, terminated employees, total headcount, annual leave balances-
- Assist Senior Payroll Specialist with financial and legislative reporting such as Superannuation, Payroll Tax, payroll/costing reconciliationsWho you are
- To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Micro pay experience essential-
- Connx desirable-
- Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in the Microsoft Office Professional suite with Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience in data analytics using Pivot tables, V-Lookups and Sum if 2-5 years of previous payroll experience-
- Previous experience using large payroll systems.-
- Accurate data entry skills with high level of attention to detail-
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of the team-
- Payroll related qualifications/certificates desirable but not essential-
- Previous experience with processing pay runs for 500 + employees minimum-
- Discretion and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information-
- Self-motivated and driven-
- Shows initiative and has a go-getter attitude- Why join us?
Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

What we offer
We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you’ll benefit from:
- Flexible working conditions, allowing you to work remotely and from a campus near you-
- Access to internal opportunities - Be supported to learn, grow and move across the organisationHiring process

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit- .

We’d love to hear from you.

Applications close: 3rd November 2024

Job Reference: R25375



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