At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll processes for a diverse workforce and collaborate with HR and Finance teams.
- Company: Join Heston MRO, a leading aviation maintenance provider in Australia.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with a focus on safety and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the aviation industry while honing your payroll expertise.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll processing and knowledge of Australian legislation required.
The predicted salary is between 61632 - 75328 $ per year.
Heston MRO Pty Ltd (Heston MRO) delivers world-class aircraft maintenance services to a broad range of domestic and international airline customers. Headquartered in Brisbane and operating across major Australian airports, we offer the opportunity to join a close-knit, supportive team within a dynamic and safety-focused aviation environment.
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Finance team in Brisbane. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional to contribute to a national business in a role with variety, autonomy, and close collaboration across Finance, HR, and operational teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Accurately calculate and process wages, salaries, bonuses, and deductions for a diverse workforce.
- Review timesheets, raise discrepancies, and liaise with relevant departments for corrections.
- Process backpays, employee updates (new hires, pay rate changes, internal transfers), and approval workflows.
- Ensure accuracy of Long Service Leave (LSL) calculations for full-time, casual, and hybrid contracts.
- Process fortnightly overtime payments in line with roster cycle.
- Manage complex termination payments (Resignation, Redundancy, In Lieu of Notice, Ex-Gratia), applying PAYG withholding tax as per state-specific legislation.
- Reconcile termination-related reports and recover outstanding advance payments such as Make-up Hours.
- Audit leave balances and ledgers for accuracy upon employee exits.
- Review and approve Allowances Back Payments submitted by the Quality and Safety team.
- Generate fortnightly payroll dissection reports, flagging anomalies or variances.
- Provide accurate and timely bank file reports to Accounts Payable for salary disbursements.
- Prepare detailed overtime and payroll summary reports for senior management.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Work closely with Human Resources on employee onboarding, contract changes, superannuation, and novated lease adjustments.
- Oversee superannuation processes, including timely payments, troubleshooting issues with new funds, and setup of self-managed superfunds in the clearing house.
- Administer benefit deductions and ensure correct processing of government Paid Parental Leave with appropriate tax application.
About you
- Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing in a medium-to-large organization.
- Excellent knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and tax regulations across states.
- Strong understanding of employment benefits, superannuation, and termination conditions.
- Proficient in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel; attention to detail is a must.
- A collaborative communicator with the ability to liaise effectively with HR, Finance, and Compliance departments.
- Experience working with remote or nationwide teams is a plus.
How to apply
If you are a capable payroll professional looking to join a respected aviation business, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application if your skills and experience align with this opportunity. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.
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End-to-End Australia-wide Payroll Specialist in Brisbane employer: Heston MRO Group
Heston MRO Pty Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture in the heart of Brisbane's aviation sector. As a Payroll Specialist, you'll enjoy a dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth, while contributing to a national business that prioritises safety and teamwork. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to excellence, Heston MRO provides a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
