Senior Payroll Officer

Senior Payroll Officer

Full-Time On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage end-to-end payroll for a dynamic team across multiple locations.
  • Company: Join a high-performing payroll team in a CBD location.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid work arrangements, and flexible hours.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
  • Why this job: Be the payroll expert and make a real impact on team processes.
  • Qualifications: 3+ years of payroll experience and strong problem-solving skills required.
  • CBD location
  • $90,000 - $100,000+ super
  • Hybrid arrangements and flexible hours

We’re looking for a Senior Payroll Officer to join a high-performing payroll team and take ownership of end-to-end payroll across multiple locations.

Role Responsibilities

  • End-to-end payroll processing for salaried and award staff.
  • Be the payroll expert for all AU-related queries and discrepancies.
  • Process new starters, terminations, salary changes, and adjustments.
  • Ensure compliance with PAYG, FBT, Super, and tax legislation.
  • Analyse time & attendance records for accuracy and Award compliance.
  • Support monthly reconciliations, journal entries, and year-end processes.
  • Maintain payroll records and system integrity.
  • Partner with HR to improve processes and assist on broader projects.

Role Requirements

  • 3+ years’ payroll experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of NZ payroll is a plus.
  • Skilled in payroll/HRIS platforms (Dayforce preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of Awards, PAYG, FBT, Super, and tax.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborative, proactive, and customer-focused.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Diploma or higher in HR/Finance or Cert IV in Payroll advantageous.

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Apply via Seek or contact Jessica Starns for more details.

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Senior 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 Senior Payroll Officer

End-to-End Payroll Processing
Payroll Expertise
Compliance with PAYG
FBT Knowledge
Superannuation Knowledge
Tax Legislation Compliance
Time & Attendance Analysis