At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll for 1,000 employees and resolve discrepancies.
- Company: Join a busy payroll team in a dynamic environment.
- Benefits: Earn $45-$55 per hour + super with flexible part-time hours.
- Other info: Immediate start with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in payroll operations while enjoying hybrid work.
- Qualifications: 3+ years payroll experience and advanced Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55 - 55 $ per hour.
- Immediate start - 7 month temp role
- Part-time hours, 3 days per week (1 day WFH)
- Paying circa $45-$55 per hour + super (depending on experience)
The Opportunity
An opportunity has become available for a Payroll Officer to join a busy payroll function supporting approximately 1,000 employees.
Working within a highly manual payroll environment, you will play a critical role in maintaining payroll operations during a period of maternity leave cover within the team.
This role requires a strong payroll professional who can confidently manage BAU payroll responsibilities, investigate discrepancies, analyse reporting, and is comfortable processing payroll in a more manual environment.
This position will suit someone who enjoys getting into the detail, has advanced Excel skills, and can confidently work through payroll issues with minimal direction.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-end payroll processing across a workforce of circa 1000 employees
- Managing fortnightly payroll cycles for both permanent and casual employees
- Interpreting and applying Enterprise Agreement conditions and payroll legislation
- Investigating payroll discrepancies and resolving payroll-related issues
- Maintaining payroll accuracy, compliance and data integrity
- Reviewing payroll reports and identifying anomalies
- Performing payroll reconciliations and audit checks
- Managing manual payroll calculations and adjustments
About You
- 3+ years of demonstrated experience in an end-to-end payroll processing role
- Must have Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs and formula analysis
- Able to work independently and take ownership of outcomes
- Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements
- Experience working within large and complex payroll environments
- Strong investigative and analytical skills
- Comfortable working with manual payroll processes
- High attention to detail and ability to identify issues proactively
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- What’s on Offer
- Immediate start, 6 month temp assignment
- Part-time, 3 days per week.
- Paying circa $45-$55 per hour + super (depending on experience)
- Hybrid working model with flexibility around working days and 1 day WFH
- CBD location close to all public transport
- Exposure to a large and complex payroll environment
- Autonomous role where your expertise will be highly valued
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Senior Payroll Officer in Sydney employer: Sharp & Carter
At Sharp & Carter, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. As a Group Accountant, you'll enjoy a supportive environment that encourages innovation and offers opportunities for career advancement, all while working in the vibrant landscape of Australia. Our commitment to employee well-being and development makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
