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Job no:
WWREQ0031021
Employment type:
Part Time
Location:
Perth
Categories:
Administration & Support, Human Resources & Recruitment, Commercial & Finance
About The Role
Kinetic IT is seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic
Payroll Officer
to join our team on
a part-time basis (28 hours per week).
This is a fantastic opportunity to build hands-on experience in a fast-paced, end-to-end payroll environment, supported by a collaborative and friendly team. We're looking for someone who's great with numbers, enjoys helping others, and brings a positive, can-do attitude to everything they do.
Responsibilities will include:
End-to-end processing of weekly payroll for approximately 1,500 employees, ensuring all transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant.
Set up new employees in the payroll system, ensuring all onboarding data is correctly captured.
Manage and process employee changes, including salary adjustments, higher duties, and applicable allowances or deductions.
Calculate and process termination payments, including annual leave and long service leave reconciliation
Reconcile salary packaging accounts and coordinate with external providers to ensure accurate processing and reporting.
Managing Superannuation including Super Choice funds for employees, prepare and reconcile weekly super payments
Proactively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline payroll processes and enhance service delivery.
Interpret and apply relevant awards, enterprise agreements, and employment legislation to ensure payroll compliance.
Respond to general payroll enquiries from employees and management, providing timely and accurate support.
Collaborate closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure alignment on employee data, reporting, and compliance.
What you'll bring to the table:
2–5+ years of hands-on, end-to-end payroll processing experience, with strong knowledge of payroll systems and procedures.
Understanding of relevant awards, employment legislation, taxation, and superannuation regulations.
Proven ability to manage payroll for 1000+ employees in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Advanced Excel skills, including the use of formulas, data manipulation, and complex formatting.
Strong experience in high-volume data entry and database management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Highly detail-oriented and well-organised, with a proactive mindset and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional, customer-focused service
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across all levels of an organisation.
Don't meet every requirement? Don't worry, we'd still love to hear from you
At Kinetic IT we value diversity and are actively seeking candidates with varied backgrounds. In selecting the right person for this role, we will consider your skills and experience as well as your personal qualities, attitude and potential for development
About Kinetic IT
Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities.
For more than 25 years, we've partnered with some of Australia's most important organisations, helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government, critical infrastructure, education, law enforcement, defence, emergency services, utilities, and transport.
Be You, Create the Future
At Kinetic IT, we're driven by a shared passion for technology, customer success, and community impact.
With over 1,500 talented people working across Australia, we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch – helping shape the future of tech, here and beyond.
We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where you're safe to be your best, real self. We tackle challenges together, celebrate success together, and make sure everyone feels valued, supported, and proud of the work they do.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and genders. We're proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.
The Kinetic IT Difference
Growth-focused culture
– Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews.
Advance your career
– Access new roles via our internal 'Opportunity Marketplace' careers hub.
Flex your work
– Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
Celebrate together –
Social events, cultural celebrations, end-of-year functions and more.
Wellbeing matters –
Health and wellness resources, tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
How To Apply
Work with us as we bring technology to life. Apply today or send your CV direct to . Please QUOTE:WWREQ0031021
Advertised:
25 Aug 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
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Looking for work-life balance? Join our friendly Payroll team part-time (28 hrs per week) and enjoy a great team environment
Looking for work-life balance? Join our friendly Payroll team part-time (28 hrs per week) and enjoy a great team environment
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