Keep Contour Moving
At Contour, payroll isn’t just numbers. It's paying our team in full, on-time, every time. It’s all about trust, momentum, and the fuel that keeps a fast-growing company running smoothly.
As our very first full-time Payroll Officer, you’ll be the engine behind accurate, on-time pay for our team, the detail-obsessed guardian of compliance, and the calm problem-solver who keeps everything humming.
You’ll be the person everyone relies on, turning process into confidence, and transactions into impact, as we scale to the next level.
Who are we
We empower students and their studies by providing an ecosystem of highly effective tutoring, resources and support. We run weekly small-group tutoring sessions at our in-person campuses, presented by young and experienced tutors that teach in a simple, intuitive and engaging way. We also supplement these sessions with weekly workshops, complimentary 1-on-1 support and a learning portal with a comprehensive suite of resources and practice material to help students master their subjects.
Over 8,000 students and 250+ team members have joined Contour Education since our founding in the beginning of 2020. Our growth is a testament to our dedication in providingALL our students and parents with a premium learning experience (from 24/7 personal support to on-demand resources) and our commitment to helping them achieve their personal goals, and achieve success in their school assessments and exams. We've been listed three years in a row as one of the Fastest Growing Startups by the Australian Financial Review, and we're continuing to multiply year over year!
It's our vision toreshape education, one student at a time.
What you'll do
- Manage end-to-end payroll cycles for all team members
- Ensure compliance with Fair Work, Clerks and Call Centre Awards, and legislation
- Administer PAYG, superannuation, Single Touch Payroll and reimbursements
- Maintain accurate employee records, leave accruals and entitlements
- Reconcile payroll with Finance, support audits and reporting
- Look for ways to improve accuracy, efficiency and automation
- Partner with Finance and People & Culture to align payroll with workforce changes
What You Bring
- 5+ years of payroll experience, ideally in a high-growth environment
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance
- Proficiency in Xero or Rippling
- Advanced Excel and reporting skills - bonus points for bring AI prowess with you.
- Sharp attention to detail and accuracy
- Integrity, discretion, and excellent communication
Why You’ll Love It
- Competitive pay and benefits - including a monthly subscription allowance and Birthday leave!
- A chance to own payroll in a rapid-scaling business
- Input into process improvements and system upgrades
- Supportive team with mentorship and growth opportunities
- A startup environment with structure, stability and plenty of impact
- Ready to be the person everyone relies on come payday? Apply now and help keep our rocket ship running smoothly.
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Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a payroll officer?
- How many years of payroll experience do you have?
- Which of the following accounting packages are you experienced with?
- Do you have experience using Xero?
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📌 Payroll Officer
🏢 Contour Education
📍 Melbourne