Employee Benefits Coordinator

7 days ago


City of Mitcham, Australia Farquhar Group Full time

The Farquhar Group is seeking a highly skilled Employee Benefits Coordinator to join its People and Culture and Finance department. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for managing and processing employee payroll accurately and efficiently.

You will be the subject matter expert for the payroll system, including time and attendance, and will provide regular reporting to the business on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Payroll Processing: Accurately and timely process the weekly payroll for all employees, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and any other compensation or deductions based on timesheets, attendance records, and relevant payroll data.
  2. Recordkeeping: Maintain and update employee records related to payroll, such as salary changes, tax withholding, bank information, and other payroll-related information.
  3. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies related to payroll, taxes, and benefits. Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll laws and regulations.
  4. Super & RTW SA/WorkCover QLD Administration: Coordinate and process employee superannuation payments benefits ensuring accurate deductions and contributions. Act as the company's Return to Work Coordinator and Administrator.
  5. Payroll Reporting: Prepare and submit payroll-related reports as required by management, government agencies, or auditors, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  6. Problem Resolution: Address and resolve payroll-related issues, discrepancies, and inquiries from employees or management promptly and professionally.
  7. Time and Attendance Management: Oversee the time and attendance system (Employment Hero), ensuring accurate recording of employees' work hours and absences.
  8. Payroll System Management: Utilise and maintain the payroll software/system (Employment Hero), ensuring it is up-to-date, functional, and secure.
  9. P&C and Finance: Work closely with the people and culture and finance departments to ensure accurate and consistent payroll processing, particularly regarding new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and employee data changes.
  10. Communication: Communicate effectively with employees regarding payroll-related matters, including payment details, tax-related information, and other payroll-related inquiries.
  11. Payroll Auditing: Conduct regular audits of payroll data to identify and rectify any errors or discrepancies.
  12. Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, increased efficiency, and automation in payroll processing.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Qualifications in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) is preferred.
  • Proven experience as a Payroll Officer or in a similar payroll processing role.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations, and employment laws.
  • Proficiency in using payroll software such as Employment Hero or similar.
  • High level of skill in using Word, Excel and/or Google suite applications.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of integrity and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong organisational and time management abilities.

What we can offer you:

  • The opportunity to develop your Payroll career with a growing company.
  • Join a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Access to our employee assistance program.


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