Payroll Officer

Adelaide CBD | Full-Time Permanent

Are you an experienced Payroll Officer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving problems? This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, well-established Australian organisation operating across multiple businesses nationwide.

We are seeking a confident and proactive Payroll Officer to join a collaborative payroll team responsible for processing high-volume payrolls across a diverse workforce. This role will suit someone who can hit the ground running, communicate effectively, and take ownership of payroll enquiries through to resolution.

The Opportunity

Joining a supportive payroll team, you will play a critical role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, manage payroll enquiries, investigate discrepancies, and contribute to continuous process improvement. The environment is dynamic, collaborative, and ideal for someone who enjoys a challenge and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll processing within established timeframes.
• Processing new starters, terminations and employee record updates.
• Managing payroll enquiries through a shared inbox and providing professional, timely responses.
• Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies and system issues.
• Interpreting employment contracts, Enterprise Agreements and Modern Awards.
• Preparing payroll adjustments and maintaining accurate payroll records.
• Completing regular payroll reporting requirements.
• Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the business to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven end-to-end payroll experience using an electronic payroll system.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to professionally manage payroll queries via email.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience interpreting Awards, Enterprise Agreements and employment legislation.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• The ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
• Experience with PayGlobal.
• Exposure to time and attendance systems such as Deputy.
• Experience working within large or multi-entity payroll environments

What's On Offer?

• Full-time permanent position.
• Adelaide CBD location.
• Flexible working arrangements available once established in the role.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Complimentary barista-made coffee and beverages onsite.
• Monthly social events and team lunches.
• Travel-related employee benefits after qualifying service.
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.

How to Apply

If you're a payroll professional who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and delivering exceptional service, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Peta Seaman for a confidential discussion on 08 8317 4801 or peta@people2people.com.au

At people2people, Edge Recruitment and Frog Recruitment, we welcome everyone and encourage people to be their authentic selves. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruitment consultant so we can support your needs.