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Payroll & AP Officer

International Permanent View Job Description
This is a hands-on position that will see you take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function while providing broader support across finance operations. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring payroll is processed accurately, compliantly and on time for a workforce of 150+ employees across multiple sites and agreements.
  • 5 days on-site | West Melbourne
  • MYOB experience required

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the Transport & Distribution industry in West Melbourne.

Job Description

  • End-to-end processing of weekly and monthly payroll for 150+ employees
  • Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, awards, STP2 reporting and statutory obligations
  • Processing new starters, employee changes, terminations, ETPs and back pays
  • Managing leave entitlements, salary sacrifice, child support and employee loan deductions
  • Acting as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries
  • Managing payroll reconciliations, payroll tax, superannuation and month-end requirements
  • Coordinating year-end payroll processing and reporting
  • Managing payroll records, employee files and payroll inboxes
  • Supporting the implementation of the MYOB Workforce Management module and integration with the payroll system



The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience processing end-to-end payroll
  • Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, awards and compliance requirements
  • Experience supporting broader finance functions, ideally including Accounts Payable
  • Excellent attention to detail and reconciliation skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
  • High levels of integrity and confidentiality
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines
  • Experience with MYOB Advanced (Acumatica) will be highly regarded



What's on Offer

  • Secure employment with a well-established business
  • Free onsite parking
  • Exposure to both payroll and broader finance functions
  • Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team
  • Ongoing career development and growth opportunities
  • Stable, full-time onsite position based in West Footscray 5 days per week.



Contact
Jess Johnston
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7140940
Phone number
+61 3 8616 6221

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Payroll
Industry
Transport & Distribution
Location
International
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jess Johnston
Consultant phone
+61 3 8616 6221
Job Reference
JN-112026-7140940

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.