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Payroll Officer

Melbourne Permanent View Job Description
Join a supportive team in a role that combines payroll and HR administration, providing hands-on experience across a range of employee lifecycle activities. This is an excellent opportunity to develop end-to-end payroll knowledge while building valuable skills in a collaborative and growth-focused environment.
  • Hybrid opportunity.
  • Great opportunity to learn payroll and build valuable career skills.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established FMCG business located in Melbourne's inner-city suburbs. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to employee development, the organisation offers a supportive environment where team members can build their skills, gain valuable experience, and progress their careers.

Job Description

Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, you will support payroll and HR administration activities while developing your knowledge across the full payroll function. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in payroll processing, employee lifecycle administration, compliance, reporting, and continuous process improvement within a supportive team environment.Key responsibilities include:

  • Assist with the processing of end-to-end payroll in line with legislative and company requirements.
  • Maintain employee records across payroll and HR systems.
  • Support payroll administration, including leave management, deductions, superannuation, and payroll queries.
  • Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities.
  • Help prepare payroll reconciliations, audits, and reporting.
  • Provide timely and accurate support to employees regarding payroll and HR enquiries.
  • Contribute to process improvements across payroll and HR functions.
  • Support HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle.
  • Ensure payroll deadlines and compliance requirements are consistently met.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll Officer should have:

  • Previous experience in payroll, HR administration, or a similar administrative role.
  • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication and customer service abilities.
  • Experience using payroll and/or HRIS systems is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation is beneficial but not essential.
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to learn the full payroll function.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to learn and develop end-to-end payroll expertise within a supportive team.
  • Exposure to both payroll and HR administration across the employee lifecycle.
  • Hybrid working arrangements and flexible work environment.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative and friendly team culture.
  • Inner-city Melbourne location with convenient access to public transport.
  • Competitive salary package and long-term career growth opportunities.



This is a great chance to bring your payroll expertise to a leading organisation in Melbourne's FMCG industry. Apply to move forward in your career.

Contact
Jessica Starns
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7082544
Phone number
+61 386166222

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Payroll
Industry
Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
Location
Melbourne
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jessica Starns
Consultant phone
+61 386166222
Job Reference
JN-082026-7082544

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.