**Are you an experienced Payroll professional looking to join a dynamic team? We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Officer to manage end-to-end payroll processing for a large workforce.
**Key Responsibilities:
· Oversee the complete payroll cycle for a workforce of 2,000+ employees on a fortnightly schedule.
· Ensure payroll systems are accurately maintained and employee records are kept up to date.
· Provide timely and effective responses to payroll inquiries from staff and management.
· Monitor and manage leave balances, sick leave, and overtime reporting.
· Interpret and apply relevant awards, agreements, and contracts for overtime and shift allowances.
· Prepare and deliver reports to meet internal requirements and statutory compliance.
· Calculate and process termination payments, salary adjustments, and back pay.
· Administer superannuation contributions, work cover, and other payroll-related deductions.
· Coordinate salary packaging arrangements and liaise with external providers.
· Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
****About You:
· Hands-on experience with time and attendance systems.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
· Strong numerical aptitude with excellent data entry and reconciliation skills.
· Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities.
· Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
· Solid understanding of payroll legislation and award interpretation.
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
· Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy and Advanced Excel
****Desirable:
· –5 years' experience in payroll processing and administration.
· Background in health, or not-for-profit sectors or community services.
· Knowledge of Preceda and SAP systems.
· Certificate IV in Payroll Administration or equivalent experience.
Be part of a collaborative and supportive team culture and work with a large, diverse workforce in a meaningful and rewarding industry.
If this role sounds like you apply now through the link below.**
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