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Payroll Officer (x2)

Brisbane Temporary AU$45 - AU$55 per hour Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This short-term contract will see you responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and employment agreements. You'll also partner with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll queries, manage payroll reporting and contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives.
  • Make an immediate impact in a hands-on payroll position
  • Hybrid working, based in Brisbane

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, large-scale organisation with a strong reputation across the country. Operating in a complex environment, they are committed to delivering exceptional service to the community. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and contribute to a busy payroll function.

Job Description

  • End-to-end processing of fortnightly and monthly payrolls.
  • Maintain employee records and process new starters, transfers and terminations.
  • Review and resolve payroll discrepancies and complex payroll queries.
  • Interpret and apply awards, enterprise agreements, policies and payroll legislation.
  • Complete payroll reconciliations, payroll tax, PAYG, superannuation and deduction reporting.
  • Support year-end payroll activities and compliance requirements.
  • Contribute to payroll projects, audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and provide high-quality payroll support.
  • Ad-hoc duties as required

The Successful Applicant

  • Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing in Australia.
  • Strong understanding of payroll legislation, superannuation, PAYG and payroll tax.
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to interpret enterprise agreements and employment conditions.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business.
  • Experience using systems such as Aurion, Micropay, ADP, Chris21, or Employment Hero highly regarded.

What's on Offer

  • Attractive hourly rate.
  • On-site parking.
  • Hybrid working, and flexible working hours.
  • 4-month contract.
  • Supportive work environment.
Contact
Daisy Smith
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7078360
Phone number
+61 7 3018 6309

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Payroll
Industry
Not For Profit
Location
Brisbane
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Daisy Smith
Consultant phone
+61 7 3018 6309
Job Reference
JN-082026-7078360
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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.