Payroll & Administration Officer (Full-Time)
Location: Torquay
Industry: Hospitality
Employment Type: Part time / Full Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll & Administration Officer to join our team. Supporting a large-scale hospitality operation with 300+ employees, this role works closely with the company directors to ensure smooth delivery of payroll, HR administration, and employee management processes.
This is a position that requires regular attendance at our Torquay and /or North Geelong offices.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll & Compliance
* Assist in the end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of 300+ employees
* Maintain and update employee records, pay rates, qualifications and classifications
* Processing of payroll tax, superannuation, and statutory obligations
* Assist with payroll reporting and reconciliations
* Ensure compliance with relevant awards, Fair Work requirements, and internal policies
* Respond to payroll-related queries from staff in a timely manner
HR Administration
* Provide day-to-day administrative support to the company shareholders
* Prepare employment contracts, variation letters, and general employment documentation
* Maintain employee database, organise employee files, records, and compliance documentation ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records
* Complete onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation and system updates
* Maintain internal policies, procedures, and staff records
* Manage payroll and workforce systems, specifically Xero and Tanda (essential)
* Ensure accurate integration between rostering and payroll systems
About You
* Proven experience in payroll and/or HR administration, ideally within hospitality or a high-volume environment
* Strong working knowledge of Xero and Tanda (essential)
* Understanding of payroll tax, awards, and employment legislation
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* A collaborative approach with the ability to support and work closely with senior management
What We Offer
* Flexible working arrangement
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Opportunity to work within a large and dynamic hospitality group
* Competitive remuneration based on experience