Payroll Officer

• 9 Month Fixed Term Contract
• $95,000 
• Fully Office Based 
• Perth Airport 

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join an established Finance team within a busy transport and logistics business, covering a period of maternity leave.

You'll play an important role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while providing responsive support to managers and employees across the business.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance team, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing end-to-end payroll processing.

• Processing new starters, terminations and employee changes.

• Maintaining employee records and processing leave, allowances, deductions and superannuation.

• Reviewing timesheets and ensuring payroll data is accurate.

• Completing payroll reconciliations and reporting.

• Responding to payroll queries from employees and managers.

• Ensuring compliance with Australian legislation, awards, enterprise agreements and company policies.

• Assisting with month-end and year-end payroll requirements.

• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and procedures.

About You

You will be an experienced Payroll Officer who is comfortable taking ownership of payroll activities and working to tight deadlines.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Previous end-to-end payroll experience.

• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and requirements.

• Experience interpreting awards and enterprise agreements.

• Exposure to a transport, logistics or operational workforce (highly regarded).

• Strong reconciliation skills and excellent attention to detail.

• Confidence using payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.

• The ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider team.

• A professional, approachable communication style and strong customer service skills.

• A high level of confidentiality and integrity.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Payroll Officer looking for your next contract opportunity and enjoy working in a busy, operational environment, we'd love to hear from you.