Payroll Officer

Job title : Payroll Officer
Location : New South Wales
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $90,000 - $95,000 + Superannuation
Contact name : Jacinta Coyne
Contact email : jcoyne@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : JC19012025
About the role: 
New Year, New Job Opportunity!!!

An exciting opportunity is available for a Payroll Officer to join a busy and collaborative team on the Northern Beaches. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will contribute to accurate and timely payroll processing while providing support to your teammates on day-to-day payroll queries. This role works in a small, but busy team where you will have the opportunity to learn from an accomplished Payroll Manager.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • End-to-End Payroll: Process payroll, including handling new starters, bank changes, superannuation, salary adjustments, allowances and deductions, and terminations.
  • Payroll Compliance: Follow documented payroll checking procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy in all payroll tasks.
  • Termination Payments: Assist with the calculation and processing of termination payments.
  • PAYG, Super, and Third-Party Payments: Support the administration and processing of PAYG, superannuation, and other third-party payments.
  • Masterfile Maintenance: Maintain and update the payroll masterfile to ensure accurate records.
  • Audit and Discrepancy Follow-Up: Review audit reports for each payroll cycle and assist with resolving any discrepancies.
  • Report Preparation: Assist with preparing regular payroll reports as required.
  • Annual Reconciliation: Support the reconciliation of annual payroll data and reports.
The successful applicant will have proven experience in a similar role, as well as the following attributes:
  • Capable of processing high volume, payrolls
  • Knowledge in Chris21/Ichris is essential
  • Knowledge of UKG is preferred
  • Approachable attitude and friendly to other team members
  • Some experience working with different awards; basic knowledge of interpretation
  • High attention to detail, completing work with a high level of accuracy
How to Apply
Please submit your CV via the prompts provided. For any further questions or enquiries please don't hesitate to contact Jacinta Coyne: jcoyne@sharpandcarter.com.au