Payroll Officer
On-site · South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Job Summary
Standalone Payroll Manager / Payroll Officer role responsible for managing the full payroll function across multiple entities in South Melbourne. Part-time (15.2 hours per week) with 2–3 days in-office. Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance with Australian legislation and awards, and provide exceptional employee support for ~100 employees. Own end-to-end payroll processes, administer superannuation and statutory obligations, support year-end activities, maintain Payroll/HR systems (Employment Hero), and drive process improvements in collaboration with Finance and HR. The role requires autonomy, ownership, and the ability to operate in a fast-moving growing business environment, with a focus on compliant, timely payroll delivery across multiple entities.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years' experience managing end-to-end payroll functions
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards, and Fair Work regulations
- Experience managing payroll across multiple entities or growing organisations
- Hands-on experience using Employment Hero HR and Payroll (essential)
- Strong understanding of superannuation, PAYG, payroll tax, and statutory reporting requirements
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
- Excellent reconciliation and reporting skills
- Strong problem-solving capability and process improvement mindset
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships across all levels of the business
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of payroll outcomes
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