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Payroll Officer

Melbourne Permanent View Job Description
As a Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processes and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation. This role is well-suited for individuals with a keen eye for detail and a passion for supporting the not-for-profit sector.
  • Flexible working: 3 days office 2 days home.
  • CBD location with easy access to public transport and amenities.

About Our Client

This organisation operates within the not-for-profit sector and is committed to delivering impactful services to communities across Melbourne. As a small-sized organisation, they focus on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment while maintaining high standards in accounting and finance practices.

Job Description

Reporting into the Finance Manager, the successful Payroll Officer will be responsible for:

  • Processing end-to-end fortnightly and ad hoc payrolls for permanent and casual employees.
  • Maintaining payroll records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, awards and enterprise agreements.
  • Preparing and processing payroll-related reporting, including STP, PAYG, superannuation and payroll tax.
  • Managing payroll reconciliations and maintaining payroll-related general ledger accounts.
  • Processing employee commencements, variations and terminations, including final payments.
  • Responding to payroll enquiries and providing support to employees and external stakeholders.
  • Administering corporate credit cards and employee expense claims.
  • Undertaking account reconciliations and supporting monthly financial reporting requirements.
  • Assisting with internal and external audits and maintaining payroll compliance documentation.
  • Identifying and implementing process improvements across payroll and finance functions.
  • Providing backup support for project accounting activities as required.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll Officer should have:

  • Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a professional environment.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll systems and relevant legislation in Australia.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining data accuracy.
  • Excellent communication skills to address employee and stakeholder queries effectively.
  • A proactive approach to identifying and solving payroll-related issues.
  • Experience working in the not-for-profit sector is advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid working model: 3 days in the CBD and 2 days from home.
  • Preferred office days: Monday, Thursday, and one additional flexible day.
  • A permanent role within a respected not-for-profit organisation.
  • A supportive and structured work environment within the Accounting & Finance team.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Payroll Officer, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Jessica Starns
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7060654
Phone number
+61 386166222

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Payroll
Industry
Not For Profit
Location
Melbourne
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jessica Starns
Consultant phone
+61 386166222
Job Reference
JN-072026-7060654

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. PageGroup acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.