Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer | Permanent Role | Geelong & Melbourne

Your new company

Join a respected organisation delivering high-quality healthcare services across Australia and New Zealand. With a strong team culture and a commitment to professional development, this organisation offers a supportive and rewarding environment for payroll professionals.

Your new role

As a Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of complex, high-volume fortnightly and monthly payrolls across multiple entities and states. This includes payroll administration, reporting, and providing responsive support to internal stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Accurate and timely processing of payroll for over 800 employees across TAS, VIC, SA, and WA
  • Administration of superannuation, PAYG, leave accruals, and termination payments
  • Interpretation and application of awards, agreements, and contracts
  • Preparation of payroll reports to meet internal and statutory obligations
  • Liaising with internal teams and external bodies, including ATO and superannuation funds
  • Supporting payroll system transitions and maintaining employee records
  • Providing high-quality customer service to staff and management on payroll-related matters
Work arrangements:
  • Initial requirement to travel to East Melbourne (3 set days/fortnight) for payroll processing during the first 2–3 months
  • Remaining days based in the Geelong office
  • Transition to 5 days in office at Geelong following onboarding period

What you'll need to succeed
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in payroll, ideally within a large and complex environment
  • Strong understanding of payroll legislation and award interpretation
  • High attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to confidentiality and data integrity
  • Desirable: Proficiency in Micropay, Humanforce, and HR3 systems

What you'll get in return

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-performing payroll team within a leading organisation. Benefits include:
  • A collaborative and inclusive team culture including staff recognition programs
  • Structured training and development, including Australian Payroll Association membership a
  • Comprehensive employee benefits including paid parental leave, EAP, and retail, travel, and healthcare discounts


What you need to do now

If you possess the required experience and are seeking a rewarding opportunity within a dynamic and supportive organisation, we encourage you to apply without delay. For a confidential discussion or to obtain further information regarding this position, please contact us summa.tickell@hays.com.au or call (03) 5226 8007.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Healthcare & Medical
Location
VIC - Geelong
Specialism
Accounting Support
Pay
$78000 - $80000 pa + Super
Ref:
2944832
Closing date
10 Aug 2025

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Summa Tickell, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Geelong
Suite 16, Level 1, 240 Pakington St

Telephone: 0352268007

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