Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer

Temporary 61632 - 75328 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage payroll processes in SAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislation.
  • Company: Established WA business with a supportive team culture.
  • Benefits: Up to $115,000 + super, hybrid work, flexible hours, and a modern office.
  • Other info: Fixed-term contract until June 2027 with excellent team support.
  • Why this job: Join a key role during an exciting payroll system implementation.
  • Qualifications: Strong SAP payroll experience and knowledge of EBAs and Australian legislation.

The predicted salary is between 61632 - 75328 $ per year.

  • Payroll Officer
  • Fixed-Term Contract to June 2027
  • Perth CBD
  • Hybrid Working

Are you an SAP payroll specialist who knows your way around EBAs and takes pride in getting the details right?

I’m working with a well established WA business looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join their team on a fixed term contract through to June 2027.

With a new payroll system implementation on the horizon, you’ll play an important role in keeping day-to-day payroll running smoothly while the existing team supports the project.

You’ll be joining a supportive payroll team, reporting to the Payroll Lead and working alongside another team member, so you’ll always have someone to bounce things off.

  • What you'll be doing
  • Processing end-to-end BAU payroll in SAP, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
  • Interpreting and applying EBAs and four modern awards.
  • Processing salary sacrifice, salary packaging and other employee benefits.
  • Reconciling payroll, superannuation, payroll tax and deductions.
  • Maintaining accurate employee records in SAP HR.
  • Responding to payroll queries from employees and managers.
  • Supporting year-end activities and STP reporting as required.
  • Ensuring payroll is processed in line with relevant legislation, agreements and employment conditions.

What we're looking for

You’ll be a hands-on payroll professional who can hit the ground running and is comfortable working with complex pay conditions.

Ideally, you’ll bring

Strong SAP payroll experience – essential.

  • Experience interpreting and applying EBAs and modern awards.
  • Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, superannuation and taxation.
  • Experience with salary sacrifice and employee benefits.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies.
  • Good communication skills and a team-focused approach.
  • ADP timesheet experience would be an advantage.

What's on offer?

  • Fixed-term contract through to June 2027.
  • Hybrid working, with one day from home once you're up to speed.
  • Flexibility around start and finish times.
  • A modern Perth CBD office.
  • A supportive team environment where you'll have help when you need it.
  • The opportunity to play a key role in maintaining BAU payroll during a significant systems project.
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Payroll Officer employer: Professional Search Group

Join a global firm that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture, where your expertise in payroll will be recognised and rewarded. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for professional development, this role as an End-to-End Payroll Specialist offers you the chance to thrive in a collaborative environment while making a meaningful impact on the payroll processes for 2,200 employees across Australia.

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Contact Details:

Professional Search Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Payroll Officer

SAP Payroll Experience
End-to-End Payroll Processing
Interpreting EBAs
Applying Modern Awards
Knowledge of Australian Payroll Legislation
Superannuation Knowledge
Taxation Knowledge