Payroll Officer

Your KIDS UNITED Opportunity Awaits

We are seeking a Payroll and Accounts Assistant to join Kids United.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, your responsibilities in this diverse and rewarding role include processing fortnightly payroll while also providing support to the Accounts & Finance team.

We are looking for a reliable and motivated person - someone with numerical accuracy and amazing attention to detail, who is driven and naturally takes ownership over your responsibilities.

With our continued growth, new centre openings, and a commitment to providing exceptional care to families and children, it’s an exciting time to join Kids United. Be part of a team that’s making a difference and growing every day

The Role

Your main responsibilities in this role will include:

- Accurate and timely delivery of fortnightly payroll.
- Ensuring timesheets, leave requests, payroll changes, records and other related material are completed prior to commencement of processing the fortnightly payroll.
- Responding to all payroll related queries in a timely manner.
- Accounts payables entry, reconciliation and payments.
- Company debit/credit card expense allocation and reconciliation.
- Accounts records daily maintenance.
- Managing family accounts and professionally following up on overdue payments to ensure timely revenue collection
- General assistance within the Finance & Accounts department.

About You
- Approachable and friendly, with a great sense of humour
- Excellent PC skills.
- Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel Skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated reliability and professionalism.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite - Word & Outlook in particular.
- At least 2 years’ previous experience processing end-to-end payroll.
- Previous experience using ‘Tanda’ and ‘Xero’ software is highly desirable.
- Experience handling statutory requirements including reconciliation, Workcover, superannuation, PAYG withholdings, overall payroll reconciliation, payroll tax is desirable but not essential.
- An awareness and ability to maintain the confidential nature of payroll data and other sensitive information.
- High level of attention to detail, written communication skills, and accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Business highly desirable.

About Us

Kids United is a leading provider of Outside School Hours Care, dedicated to making a positive impact on children, families, and communities. We create safe, engaging, and inclusive environments where children can explore, learn, and grow, while families feel supported and connected.

Our team of passionate and dedicated staff makes Kids United a vibrant and rewarding place to work. We celebrate diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion, fostering a workplace that values collaboration, creativity, and fun. Recognised with winning prestigious awards, including Business of the Year and Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion, we take pride in our commitment to quality care and employee satisfaction.

We have also been recognised as an Employer of Choice, reflecting our dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

As we continue to grow, opening new centres and expanding our services, there’s never been a more exciting time to join Kids United. Be part of a team that’s passionate about making a difference while having fun along the way

How to Apply

If you would like to join Kids United, please send us your resume and a short cover letter - we want to hear from you personally and understand why this role and our company is of interest

Kids United is not accepting inquiries from recruitment agencies for this position.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- Fixed shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Payroll: 2 years (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person