Located in Melbourne's South-East Suburbs, our client has a strong global presence across 100 countries. They pride themselves on innovation and excellence and boast a collaborative, high-performing team environment. This permanent role requires a motivated and capable individual who is keen to positively contribute to a fantastic business.
About the role
Our client is seeking an experienced and professional Payroll Officer (part time or full time) to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a high level of organisation, accountability and attention to detail. This role will allow growth and exposure to a pay across multiple countries, and is perfect for an experienced candidate looking to take a step back for work life balance, or someone returning to the work force after taking a break.
Responsibilities
This role sits in a pivotal for the organisation, working with a successful business and reporting into the Global Accounts Manager. This role would involve:
- Verify timekeeping records and consult employees about any discrepancies
- Record payroll data in various global payroll software programs (including Xero) and verify all amounts prior to release fortnightly for global offices
- Liaise with payroll agents in global markets processing of payroll
- Initiate direct deposits for payroll globally
- Report on payroll expenses and following company policies in this regard globally
- Undertake all coding related to salaries, leave & expense reimbursements globally and complete monthly journals in QuickBooks & Xero to ensure fully reconciled.
- Assisting with end of month reporting related to payroll
- Preparation and payment of all State and Federal tax obligations including PAYG tax, Payroll tax (NSW & VIC), Superannuation Guarantee Contributions, 401K (USA)
- Preparation and payment of annual workcover
- Processing new employee's contracts and terminations (from a payroll perspective)
- Managing leave entitlements and payments & communication with staff on balances and Christmas closure dates etc.
- Answering general payroll enquiries & Resolving payroll issues
- Any other tasks as requested by our Executive team
Skills / Experience
- Experience working in a similar position in a Professional environment is essential
- Computer literate to intermediate level including (MS office suite & internet)
- Excellent telephone manner, communication skills and customer service mindset
- Discretion in relation to confidential information
- Good written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative in problem solving and in exercising judgement
- Self-directed attitude and the willingness to learn and grow your skills across a number of key business areas
How to apply
To apply please follow the link below or for a confidential discussion please contact Sam Bearham-Jones via email at SBJones@sharpandcarter.com.au
