Payroll Officer

Job title : Payroll Officer
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Sarah Armstrong
Contact email : sarmstrong@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : SA991278
  • Permanent, full-time role
  • $85,000–$95,000 + super (depending on experience)
  • St Kilda Road location
About the Organisation
Our client is a well-established organisation with a large, high-volume payroll function and a strong reputation for internal development and progression. With a stable and experienced leadership team, they offer a collaborative, down-to-earth environment and a clear focus on continuous improvement. They are seeking a Payroll Officer to join the team, based on St Kilda Road.

About the Role
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, this role will see you working within a fast-paced, payroll environment supporting a large workforce. This is a hands-on position suited to someone looking to grow professionally within a high-volume & well-established payroll environment.

Key responsibilities include:
  • End-to-end payroll processing across a large employee base
  • Managing payroll queries and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Processing employee lifecycle changes including new starters, terminations, and variations
  • Supporting payroll compliance and ensuring accuracy across all transactions
  • Maintaining payroll records and data integrity
  • Working closely with internal stakeholders across the business
  • Assisting with payroll reporting and general payroll administration
About You
You will be a reliable and adaptable payroll professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and is looking to grow within a larger organisation.
Ideally, you will bring:
  • 3–5 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll processing
  • Experience working in a high-volume, payroll environment or looking to step up into one
  • Exposure to large payroll systems & interpreting multiple EBA’s / awards
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and a team-focused approach
  • Background in healthcare, hospitality, or retail payroll environments is highly desirable!
What’s on Offer
  • Permanent, full-time opportunity
  • $85,000–$95,000 + super (depending on experience)
  • St Kilda Road location
  • Stable, experienced leadership team
  • Strong focus on development and internal progression
  • Supportive, easygoing team culture
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application via the link below.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Armstrong at sarmstrong@sharpandcarter.com.au