About Us

HammondCare is a leading not-for-profit healthcare organization dedicated to delivering high-quality care to individuals in need. As a values-based organization, we strive to set the standard for relationship-based care globally.

About the Role

The Payroll Officer will play a critical role in processing and maintaining accurate payroll records for staff, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and relevant Award and Agreement determinations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and maintain accurate payroll records for approximately 1,000 employees on a fortnightly basis.
• Respond to payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Produce accurate and timely fortnightly and monthly payroll reports in collaboration with the Payroll Accountant.
• Provide ad-hoc reports as requested by management.
• Issue statements of service as required.
• Stay up-to-date with legislative changes related to wage and salary taxation.
• Contribute to ensuring HammondCare meets legislative requirements through the deduction and remittance of PAYG tax, Superannuation Guarantee, and other payroll deductions.
• Maintain payroll compliance with relevant Award and Agreement determinations.
• Process new employee records in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure employee leave balances are up-to-date.
• Oversee overpayment recovery and documentation.
• Ensure employee electronic pay files are up-to-date to support payroll data.
• Collaborate with other team members to deliver a professional service to staff.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with external suppliers, including payroll software providers.

About You

• Commitment to align with HammondCare's Christian Mission, Motivation, and Mission in Action.
• Tertiary degree in finance or related field, or significant industry experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in high-volume payroll processing.
• Strong administrative and MS Office skills.
• Proficiency in computerized payroll and time-attendance systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a large team.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High attention to detail and accurate data entry.
• Empathy and patience.

Benefits

HammondCare offers a comprehensive range of health and lifestyle benefits, including:

• Fitness Passports with access to gyms, group classes, and pools for employees and their families.
• Discounts on household items and services.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Learning and development opportunities.