Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer
At Delta, our people are at the centre of everything we do. Guided by our values of Care, Achievement, Respect and Empowerment, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace where our teams can thrive. We are currently seeking a Payroll Officer to join our team based in Vales Point.

Full-time | Initial 6-month contract | Immediate start

 We are looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join our team for an initial six-month full-time contract, providing additional support following the implementation of our new payroll and time & attendance systems.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who can hit the ground running and work alongside our existing Payroll and People & Culture teams as we transition into business-as-usual operations with our new system.
Experience using UKG Ready and/or Payroll Metrics is highly desirable, with particular value placed on candidates who understand payroll processing within a newly implemented system environment.

The role
Working as part of our existing payroll team, you will provide hands-on support across end-to-end payroll processing while helping us embed our new systems and processes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing
• Working within UKG Ready and Payroll Metrics to process and validate payroll data
• Reviewing timesheets, allowances, overtime, leave and other payroll inputs
• Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies and system-related issues
• Completing payroll reconciliations, checks and data validation
• Responding to employee and manager payroll enquiries
• Supporting the team through the post-implementation stabilisation period
• Identifying system or process issues and assisting with practical solutions
• Supporting the development and refinement of payroll processes and documentation
• Working collaboratively with Payroll, People & Culture and operational teams to ensure a positive employee experience

About You

We are looking for someone who is confident working in a busy payroll environment and can quickly become a trusted member of the team.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in an end-to-end payroll role
• Previous experience using UKG Ready and/or Payroll Metrics
• Experience supporting payroll following a system implementation or transition would be highly regarded
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll practices and relevant legislative requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on payroll accuracy
• Strong reconciliation, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Confidence investigating payroll and system issues
• The ability to work collaboratively while also managing your own workload and priorities
• A practical, positive and solutions-focused approach
• Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is comfortable getting into the detail, enjoys solving payroll problems and can bring valuable system knowledge to a team navigating the first few months of a new payroll environment.

• A competitive salary and superannuation package.
• Enjoy a great work-life balance in a supportive team culture.
• Take advantage of professional development initiatives designed to support growth and advancement at every stage of your career.
• Utilise our Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing and support.
  
• Benefit from study, fitness, employee discounts and novated lease programs.

What’s next? 

Are you interested in learning more about the role, the business and vision for the future?

Simply click on 'Apply for this job' to get started. Make sure to address the selection criteria and attach your resume showcasing your relevant experience and education.

For more about Delta, visit our website www.deltapae.com.au