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At Fitness Cartel Australia, we're more than a gym - we're a vibrant, fast-growing brand with big plans to expand to 60+ clubs by 2030. Our state-of-the-art facilities include everything from Cycle Studios and Reformer Pilates to cafés, crèche, and saunas, creating an inspiring environment that motivates and challenges.
We are on the lookout for a SeniorPayroll Officer - a critical support role within our People & Culture team. If you have a keen eye for detail, enjoy structured tasks, and are eager to contribute to a values-driven team in the health & fitness space, this could be your perfect fit.
The Role:
As a Senior Payroll Officer you will play a dual role in supporting fortnightly payroll operations while ensuring company-wide compliance across employee and contractor records. This is an ideal role for someone with foundational payroll or HR experience, or a recent HR/business graduate ready to grow in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities:
Payroll Support
* Assist with end-to-end payroll processing on a fortnightly basis.
* Handle employee lifecycle updates in payroll, including onboarding, terminations, and role changes.
* Support commission calculations and ensure the accuracy of timesheets, leave, and allowances.
* Ensure all payroll data is accurately maintained in Xero and Deputy .
* Support award interpretation and compliance with Australian tax, superannuation, and wage regulations.
Compliance & Training Coordination
* Monitor and track qualifications on Deputy (CPR, First Aid, Blue Cards, Insurances, Fitness Certificates).
* Follow up on expired or expiring certifications and coordinate timely renewals.
* Maintain training compliance records in OpCentral and Deputy.
* Support onboarding processes and the deployment of learning modules across the organisation.
People & Culture Administrative Support
* Maintain accurate and well-organised digital records (OpCentral, Deputy, employee files).
* Generate dashboards and reports to highlight payroll and compliance trends.
* Provide administrative support for audits, policy reviews, and People & Culture projects .
What you'll need to succeed:
Key Skills & Attributes
* Payroll experience (especially in Xero ).
* Experience using Deputy, OpCentral or similar platforms is an advantage.
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
* Strong organisational skills and a methodical, process-driven mindset.
* Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude.
* A proactive, curious approach with a strong interest in HR and operational excellence.
* Passion for health and fitness - understanding of gym operations is a plus
Qualifications & Experience
* Certificate or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field (desirable).
* Previous experience in a payroll or HR admin role (preferred, not essential).
* Knowledge of Fair Work and Australian employment law is beneficial.
* Australian working rights are required.
Join the Cartel
At Fitness Cartel Australia, we're more than a gym - we're a vibrant, fast-growing brand with big plans to expand to 60+ clubs by 2030. Our state-of-the-art facilities include everything from Cycle Studios and Reformer Pilates to cafés, crèche, and saunas, creating an inspiring environment that motivates and challenges.
We are on the lookout for a SeniorPayroll Officer - a critical support role within our People & Culture team. If you have a keen eye for detail, enjoy structured tasks, and are eager to contribute to a values-driven team in the health & fitness space, this could be your perfect fit.
The Role:
As a Senior Payroll Officer you will play a dual role in supporting fortnightly payroll operations while ensuring company-wide compliance across employee and contractor records. This is an ideal role for someone with foundational payroll or HR experience, or a recent HR/business graduate ready to grow in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities:
Payroll Support
* Assist with end-to-end payroll processing on a fortnightly basis.
* Handle employee lifecycle updates in payroll, including onboarding, terminations, and role changes.
* Support commission calculations and ensure the accuracy of timesheets, leave, and allowances.
* Ensure all payroll data is accurately maintained in Xero and Deputy .
* Support award interpretation and compliance with Australian tax, superannuation, and wage regulations.
Compliance & Training Coordination
* Monitor and track qualifications on Deputy (CPR, First Aid, Blue Cards, Insurances, Fitness Certificates).
* Follow up on expired or expiring certifications and coordinate timely renewals.
* Maintain training compliance records in OpCentral and Deputy.
* Support onboarding processes and the deployment of learning modules across the organisation.
People & Culture Administrative Support
* Maintain accurate and well-organised digital records (OpCentral, Deputy, employee files).
* Generate dashboards and reports to highlight payroll and compliance trends.
* Provide administrative support for audits, policy reviews, and People & Culture projects .
What you'll need to succeed:
Key Skills & Attributes
* Payroll experience (especially in Xero ).
* Experience using Deputy, OpCentral or similar platforms is an advantage.
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
* Strong organisational skills and a methodical, process-driven mindset.
* Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude.
* A proactive, curious approach with a strong interest in HR and operational excellence.
* Passion for health and fitness - understanding of gym operations is a plus
Qualifications & Experience
* Certificate or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field (desirable).
* Previous experience in a payroll or HR admin role (preferred, not essential).
* Knowledge of Fair Work and Australian employment law is beneficial.
* Australian working rights are required.
What we'll offer you in return:
1. A Thriving Culture: Be part of the fitness industry's most exciting and rapidly expanding brand.
2. Career Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and advancement through our Future Leaders program.
3. Perks:
* FREE gym membership to all Fitness Cartel locations.
* Discounts on supplements, apparel, and café products.
* Access to Merse Wellness Spas at discounted rates.
* Birthday Leave - have your birthday off, and get paid for it
* Work in state-of-the-art fitness clubs offering 24/7 access, cycle studios, reformer Pilates, saunas, cafés, and more.
How to Apply:
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