Are you a highly motivated and detail-oriented Payroll & Accounts professional ready for a dynamic challenge?
We feel proud to have partnered with a premier Melbourne-based Electrical and Communications Contractor renowned for its unrivalled reputation for delivering without compromise. This industry leader excels in a diverse range of projects, spanning commercial, residential, hospital, hotel, data, retail, and education sectors across the state and nationally.
They are seeking an experienced Payroll person to join their core Accounts Department, based in their main Melbourne South East office.
This role is ideal for a dedicated professional looking to leverage their expertise in a stable, multi-site business environment known for its high standards and wide-ranging capabilities.
The Role : Payroll / Accounts Payable Officer
This critical position requires a candidate who is reliable, meticulous, and proactive. You will be responsible for the accurate and timely management of the company's payroll and accounts payable functions.
We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the Australian market.
Core Responsibilities
Payroll Management & Compliance
* End-to-End Payroll : Be a part of a small team and take responsibility for processing weekly wages, deductions, and payments for a significant workforce (700) including generating accurate payslips.
* Legislative Compliance : Ensuring absolute compliance with all Australian legal and EBA obligations, including expert handling of PAYG, payroll tax, and superannuation.
* Superannuation : Accurate calculation and timely processing of superannuation in accordance with EBA and relevant legislation.
* Leave Management : Oversight and administration of all employee leave entitlements (Annual, Personal, Long Service Leave, including Leave Loading).
* Data Integrity : Maintaining meticulous employee records (new starters, terminations, wage changes) and resolving complex payroll queries promptly.
Accounts Payable & General Finance
* Invoice Processing : High-volume processing of supplier invoices, managing receipt of goods against purchase orders, and handling credit notes efficiently.
* Reconciliation : Performing monthly reconciliation of creditor statements against internal records to ensure accuracy.
* Payment Runs : Preparing and uploading payment files for timely processing.
* General Administration : Accurate data entry, including creating Purchase Orders, Sales Orders, and managing Service Department projects. Providing general support (filing, light reception cover) as required.
Your Profile & Qualifications
* Experience : A minimum of three (3 - 5) years of hands‑on experience covering both payroll administration and accounts payable in Australia.
* Communication & Focus : Exceptional written and verbal communication skills paired with a demonstrated ability to maintain exceptional attention to detail .
* Organisational Skill : Proven ability to effectively plan, organise, and manage time and competing deadlines in a fast‑paced commercial setting.
* Tech Proficiency : Confident user of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, advanced Excel skills preferred).
* System Advantage : Prior experience with Pronto software is highly desirable. If not, comprehensive training will be provided for the right candidate.
If you are ready to secure your next long-term role with a stable, high-reputation industry leader, apply now
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