Senior Payroll Officer

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In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

- Respect for Resources
- Spirit of Innovation
- Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

- Flexible working arrangements and a variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
- Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
- Employee Reward and Recognition Program
- Sensory Club Program – Enjoy and taste our new product launches and access to our Culinary cooking sessions
- Novated Car Leasing Agreements
- Income Protection Insurance

Simplot values the creativity and meaningful relationships that grow through face-to-face connection while also recognising the importance of flexibility for our team members. Our hybrid work environment includes four days in the office, with Wednesdays as our dedicated ‘Connect Day' bringing everyone together to strengthen our successful culture of innovation and collaboration.

About our Role

This is a great opportunity to join us as a Senior Payroll Officer on a 12-month fixed term contract, supporting a business that plays a vital role in feeding millions of Australians. In this role, you’ll be part of a high-performing payroll team that values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Your work will directly impact the employee experience, ensuring our people are paid correctly and on time, in line with complex award and legislative requirements.

Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, the role is responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processes using integrated systems and tools. It involves interpreting EBAs and awards, maintaining data integrity, and working closely with a range of internal teams and external partners to support operational excellence and continuous improvement across payroll services.

If you’re looking for a role where your payroll expertise is valued and your work makes a real difference, this could be the next step for you.

What you will do

As a Senior Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services across our workforce. Your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Support end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 1,000 employees, including onboarding, offboarding, leave management, and data maintenance across HRIS, timekeeping, and payroll systems
- Interpret and apply EBAs, awards, and salary packaging arrangements, ensuring compliance for both hourly and salaried employees
- Prepare and review payroll calculations, including leave, terminations, deductions, back payments, and taxation, while ensuring alignment with legislative requirements
- Respond to payroll queries and support stakeholders, maintaining confidentiality and fostering strong working relationships across the business
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including payroll vendors and government agencies, to ensure smooth operations and compliance
- Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements, participating in team initiatives that drive efficiency and accuracy

About you

You’re a payroll professional with a strong foundation in end-to-end processing and a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. You’ll thrive in a collaborative team and contribute confidently to a high-performing payroll function.

We’re looking for someone with:

- 3 - 5 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll processing, including weekly and monthly cycles
- Project coordination experience, ideally with exposure to systems such as ADP GlobalView, SuccessFactors, UKG Dimensions, and/or Dayforce Preceda
- Sound understanding of EBAs, modern awards, and Australian payroll legislation, with experience applying these in practice
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues and building trusted relationships
- High attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex calculations, reconciliations, and compliance requirements
- Experience contributing to payroll projects and continuous improvement initiatives, including collaboration with external vendors
- Organised and adaptable, with the ability to prioritise tasks and translate payroll processes into system requirements

If this sounds like you, then please apply online today.

Applications close Friday 21st November 2025. Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to closing date.

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Job Requisition ID:23992

Travel Required:Less than 10%

Location(s):GF Chifley Business Park Office - Melbourne

Country:Australia

Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you.If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com

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