Payroll officer

Join a collaborative team in a short-term payroll role using Preceda, managing monthly pay runs with precision

Your new company

A well-regarded organisation is seeking a Payroll Officer on a part-time, temporary basis to manage business-as-usual payroll operations while the Payroll Manager leads a system implementation project.

Your new role

You’ll be responsible for managing end-to-end monthly payroll processing for approximately 250 staff. This includes preparing month-end journals, supporting payroll and labour reporting, and maintaining the Employee Self-Service (ESS) system.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Monthly payroll processing and salary updates
  • Managing ESS employee data
  • Termination and parental leave calculations
  • Resolving payroll queries and variances
  • Superannuation and payroll tax payments
  • Month-end reconciliation and journal preparation
  • Supporting reporting, leave analysis, and audit enquiries

What you'll need to succeed

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar payroll role
  • Strong working knowledge of
    Preceda (essential)
  • High attention to detail and Excel proficiency
  • Understanding of payroll legislation and awards
  • Strong communication and time management skills

What you'll get in return

  • A part-time temporary role
  • The opportunity to contribute meaningfully during a system transition
  • A supportive team and flexible working arrangements

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Bella Grant at Isabella.Grant@Hays.com.au , or call us now.

Job ID : 2953992

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Location
NSW - Northern Sydney
Specialism
Accounting Support
Pay
competetive
Ref:
2953992

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Isabella Grant, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: +61 2 8062 6188

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