Payroll Officers

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At KBR – We do things that matter.

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With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

To assist upcoming workforce needs, we are seeking expressions of interest from talented Payroll Officers who are excited to contribute to a high-performing team. In this role, you'll help deliver accurate and timely payroll for our Australian workforce, working closely with both our onshore and offshore Finance teams. You'll also play a key role in process improvement and support the implementation of new payroll and finance systems.

As part of our Shared Services function, you'll join a friendly and supportive environment where no two days are the same and where your attention to detail and passion for people truly make a difference. You'll be part of a team that supports one another, celebrates success and finds fun in the details. There's never a dull moment in Payroll - we take pride in what we do, value our people, and work together to deliver excellence every pay cycle.

We are seeking Melbourne based candidates who are interested in all types of employment (permanent, fixed term and casual).

Please note. only candidates who are eligible to hold an AGSVA security clearance will be shortlisted.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver end-to-end payroll processing for fortnightly and monthly pay cycles
• Manage pre-payroll administrative tasks, including calculation and processing of terminations, redundancies, back payments, and superannuation lodgements
• Ensure compliance and consistency to minimise errors and duplication
• Provide accurate and timely advice to employees and stakeholders on payroll matters
• Support the coordination and implementation of employee benefits
• Keep the business informed on legislative changes impacting payroll
• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders across People & Culture, Finance, Tax, and external vendors

Required Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• 2–3 years' end-to-end payroll experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A collaborative, positive, and flexible approach to work
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience using SAP, Microsoft Dynamics and Workday

Benefits of KBR

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working conditions
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid Reservist leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Discounted employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you're ready to grow your career in a team where accuracy meets opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

For shortlisted candidates, you may be invited to complete a short psychometric assessment as part of the recruitment process. These assessments help us gain a fair and objective understanding of your strengths and working style.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online