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Senior payroll officer

Melbourne
Randstad Education Australia
Payroll Clerk
Posted: 16 June
Offer description

Join a leading global innovator in the FMCG sector contributing to a company fuelled by discovery and co-creating products experienced by consumers worldwide. Our client is seeking a dedicated Senior Payroll Officer, on a permanent basis, to ensure the precision and professionalism of their payroll services across Australia and New Zealand.

About the role

* Autonomously manage end-to-end payroll functions for approximately 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for weekly and monthly cycles.
* Accurately interpret Industrial Awards/Agreements and relevant legislation.
* Skillfully process all end-of-pay and end-of-month requirements, including general ledger reporting, reconciliations, payroll tax submission, and superannuation clearing house management.
* Confidently manage Employee Self-Service (ESS) and Time & Attendance (Kronos) systems, providing essential support to managers and employees.
* Ensure compliance with Australia and New Zealand legislative and statutory obligations through precise reporting and documentation.
* Warmly resolve payroll-related queries from across the organisation.
* Support the Financial Controller with payroll-related projects and local statutory reporting.
* Be IT savvy and adaptable to system changes; Preceda and Kronos are currently used.

About you
* At least five years’ experience in a similar Senior Payroll Officer role within a multi-faceted business, adept at handling high-volume payroll tasks.
* Demonstrated excellent understanding of ATO legislation, industrial relations, Award interpretation, and payroll system architectural design.
* Proven experience with payroll systems like Preceda and Kronos is highly desirable, coupled with an aptitude for learning new systems swiftly.
* Exceptional computer skills, particularly with MS Office Suite and advanced Microsoft Excel.
* Strong analytical and numeracy skills, coupled with careful attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
* A tertiary qualification in accounting or finance will be highly regarded.
* Possess full working rights in Australia.

The Benefits
* Attractive remuneration package, including a performance-based bonus scheme.
* Hybrid work model offering 3 days from home and 2 from Dandenong Office.
* Be part of a highly motivated, supportive and successful team with a great culture.
* Enjoy team building activities, including charity fundraisers, free parking, and canteen facilities on-site.
If you are an experienced Payroll Specialist with a passion for accuracy and efficiency, we invite you to apply. For any queries regarding this role or other opportunities within the payroll function, you can reach out to, or call 0483 154 427 for a confidential discussion.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

skills

Communication, Stakeholder Management, Independent, Highly Organised, End to End, Higher Duties, Payroll

qualifications

* Accounting / Finance Qualification highly desirable

education

Primary School/Junior High

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