Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsJoin a high-performing team supporting a large national hospitality workforce.Enjoy hybrid working flexibility with a supportive and collaborative team.About Our ClientOur client is a well-known Australian hospitality brand with a large national workforce and a strong people-focused culture.Job DescriptionReporting to the Payroll Team Lead, the successful candidate will be responsible for:End-to-end processing of weekly and fortnightly payroll for a large national workforce.Managing employee lifecycle transactions including new starters, terminations, leave, and payroll adjustments.Ensuring payroll is processed accurately and in compliance with relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and legislation.Processing superannuation, payroll tax, Single Touch Payroll (STP), and statutory obligations.Responding to payroll enquiries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner.Maintaining payroll records and ensuring data integrity across payroll systems.Preparing payroll reconciliations, reports, and supporting month-end activities.Collaborating with HR, Finance, and operational stakeholders to resolve payroll issues.Supporting payroll projects, system enhancements, testing, and continuous process improvements.Contributing to a positive team culture while meeting payroll deadlines and service levels.The Successful ApplicantThe successful Payroll Officer will have:Previous experience in a Payroll Officer, Payroll Administrator, or Payroll Advisor role.Proven experience processing high-volume payroll in a multi-site environment.Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, STP, superannuation, payroll tax, and compliance requirements.Experience interpreting Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements.Strong payroll systems and HRIS experience.Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.The ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet payroll deadlines.Previous experience within hospitality, retail, franchise, or other fast-paced industries will be highly regarded.What's on Offer6-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start.Hybrid working arrangements offering flexibility and work-life balance.Opportunity to join a well-known Australian hospitality brand.Collaborative and supportive team culture.Exposure to a high-volume, complex payroll environment.Free and discounted meals as part of the employee benefits program.Regular team events and a fun, people-focused culture.Convenient Inner Melbourne suburbs location with excellent public transport access.Competitive salary package and the opportunity to make an immediate impact.If you have the skills and experience to excel as a Payroll Officer, we'd love to hear from you.ContactJessica StarnsQuote job refJN-082026-7086041Phone number+61 386166222Job summaryFunctionAccounting & FinanceSpecialisationPayrollIndustryLeisure, Travel & TourismLocationInternationalJob TypeTemporaryConsultant nameJessica StarnsConsultant phone+61 386166222Job ReferenceJN-082026-7086041
