Permanent
- Newcastle, New South Wales
- Posted 3 hours ago
- AU$90000 - AU$99600 per annum + + 17% super (FTE) USD / Year
- Salary: AU$90000 - AU$99600 per annum + + 17% super (FTE)
**Position Title**: Payroll Officer
**Salary Range**: $90k - $99k per annum + 17% Super (Full-time permanent)
**Location**: Newcastle Outskirts with Work From Home flexibility
**Employment Type**: Full-time, Permanent
**Core Responsibilities & Typical Activities**:
**Production of Fortnightly Payroll**:
- Process a wide range of payroll matters using HRIS and associated systems.
- Maintain accurate taxation records including TFN declarations.
- Conduct payroll data reporting and checking processes for accuracy.
- Process payroll actions such as new appointments, variations, and terminations.
- Handle scholarship payments and manage the Single Touch Payroll process.
**Customer Service to Clients**:
- Resolve employee enquiries regarding pay and entitlements.
- Conduct payroll-related information sessions for key staff.
- Process exception pays and implement API efficiencies.
**Audit and Compliance**:
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and audit requirements.
- Provide assistance for payroll responsibilities during audits.
- Maintain accurate records and implement audit findings.
**Policy and Procedure**:
- Provide specialist interpretation and advice on payroll processing.
- Contribute input and recommendations to HR policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with Financial Services procedures.
**Relationship Building and Working Collaboratively**:
- Liaise with Financial Services for accurate reconciliations.
- Maintain relationships with HR teams, Information Technology, and external stakeholders.
- Participate in cross-functional groups to improve HR service delivery.
**Position Characteristics**:
- Demonstrate proficiency in payroll processing activities.
- Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and industry developments.
- Work autonomously with mínimal supervision.
- Use initiative and problem-solving skills to deliver high-quality service.
- Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
**Expected Behaviours**:
- Display personal qualities consistent with the Leadership Framework.
- Demonstrate leadership capabilities in collaboration, excellence, and respect.
**Inherent Requirements**:
- Perform essential duties and meet productivity and quality requirements.
- Work effectively in a team environment without undue risk to health and safety.
**Essential Criteria**:
- Degree qualification with relevant payroll experience, or extensive payroll experience with specialist expertise.
- Proven experience in a computerized payroll environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative, and take responsibility for decisions.
- High level of computer literacy with proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets.
Our client offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team environment with the flexibility of remote work arrangements. If you possess the essential criteria and are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply.