Payroll Officer in Brisbane

07th August, 2026

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive salary - earn $80,000-$100,000 + super, depending on experience.
• Excellent CBD location - work from an excellent modern office located on the Brisbane River in the CBD.
• Clear career progression - genuine opportunity to develop into a Payroll Lead position as the business and payroll function continue to grow.
• Take ownership of payroll - manage the end-to-end fortnightly payroll process across a growing business.
• Broad payroll exposure - gain hands-on experience across payroll processing, superannuation, STP, payroll tax and WorkCover.
• Supportive environment - join a team that values approachable communication, collaboration and a high level of internal service.
• Process improvement exposure - contribute ideas to improve payroll processes, controls and efficiencies.
• Growing organisation - join a business where you can develop your responsibilities as the organisation continues to grow.

The Opportunity

• Manage the end-to-end fortnightly payroll process across two entities.
• Process employee timesheets and ensure accurate payroll calculations.
• Manage payroll adjustments, allowances, deductions and leave entitlements.
• Prepare terminations, final payments and associated documentation.
• Manage superannuation payments and Single Touch Payroll reporting.
• Assist with payroll tax and WorkCover administration and reporting.
• Maintain accurate employee and payroll records while ensuring confidentiality.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll-related enquiries from employees and managers.
• Assist with timesheet discrepancies, leave entitlements and employee payroll records.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls and efficiencies.
• Contribute to system enhancements and broader business improvement initiatives.
• Develop your capability with the opportunity to progress into a Payroll Lead role over time.

About You

• Previous payroll experience at a Junior to Intermediate level.
• Strong understanding of payroll fundamentals and end-to-end payroll processes.
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Friendly, approachable and confident communicating with employees and managers.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet payroll deadlines.
• Proactive and solutions-focused with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive employee information.
• Adaptable and eager to continue learning as systems and processes evolve.
• Experience with Employment Hero, Xero Payroll and/or the Building and Construction Award would be highly regarded.

This role would suit a Payroll Officer looking to take greater ownership of the payroll function and build towards a Payroll Lead position, while joining a growing organisation offering an competitive salary, long-term progression and a modern Brisbane CBD working environment.