Job Description
Location: Adelaide
Salary Package: Negotiable, depending on experience
Role Highlights:
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll for a large, diverse workforce. You'll be the go-to person for Chris21-related processing and troubleshooting and will also support broader team initiatives, including payroll reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement. This is an ideal position for someone looking to advance their career in a stable and progressive organisation.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, you'll ensure payroll accuracy across multiple pay cycles while liaising with internal stakeholders to resolve queries and maintain employee data. You'll also play a key role in supporting a major payroll system migration and gain exposure to broader HR and finance operations.
Responsibilities
* Perform end-to-end payroll processing using Chris21 for weekly, fortnightly, and monthly pay runs
* Maintain employee records and process onboarding, terminations, and pay changes
* Interpret and apply relevant enterprise agreements, awards, and payroll legislation
* Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting
* Provide accurate and timely responses to payroll queries from internal stakeholders
* Support testing and implementation of new payroll systems (e.g., Dayforce)
* Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate data flow and reporting
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancements
Candidate Profile
As an ideal candidate, you will have:
* Demonstrated experience using Chris21 in a medium to large organisation (essential)
* Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, superannuation, and tax obligations
* Experience processing high-volume payroll across multiple entities
* High attention to detail and ability to work to strict deadlines
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
* Exposure to payroll system upgrades or migrations is advantageous
* Payroll qualifications or certifications are highly regarded
Company, Culture & Benefits
This organisation is a major player in its industry, with operational excellence, safety, and innovation. With a supportive culture that promotes learning and flexibility, this is a great environment for payroll professionals to thrive and grow.
* Competitive salary package
* Career development opportunities and access to training
* Collaborative and down-to-earth team culture
* Convenient office location with onsite parking
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If you're an experienced Payroll Officer looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to a dynamic payroll function, we'd love to hear from you. Please click the "apply" link below to submit your resume. Contact Harrison Mussell on for more information.