Payroll Officer

Job title : Payroll Officer
Location : Queensland
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 173003899
The Position

Sharp & Carter are partnering with a global organisation to recruit a Payroll Officer. This permanent opportunity is based in the Brisbane office, with an initial two-month training period at the organisation's Head Office on the Gold Coast (free on-site parking provided). Following the onboarding and training period, you'll be based in the Brisbane office while remaining connected to a collaborative, high-performing payroll team.
You'll gain exposure to complex payroll legislation, awards and enterprise agreements while developing your career within a globally recognised organisation renowned for its supportive culture and commitment to employee development.

As the Payroll Officer, you will ensure accurate, timely payroll delivery while providing exceptional customer service to employees and managers. You will partner closely with the business to develop a strong understanding of awards, agreements, and pay complexities, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Process weekly payroll ensuring accurate calculations for 4000 + employees;
  • Audit and analyse payrolls to ensure legislative, tax, superannuation, and award compliance;
  • Prepare and manage reports, reconciliations, and other internal payroll requirements;
  • Collaborate with HR on employee appointments, terminations, remuneration, and award matters;
  • Maintain accurate staff records, archiving, and adherence to company retention policies;
  • Support payroll system upgrades and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience processing medium to large payrolls in a complex environment
  • Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team approach
  • Eagerness to advance knowledge of technologies and online tools.

How to Apply

Sharp & Carter often have a range of positions available that may not yet be advertised. If you feel this opportunity is interesting yet not quite right, then we recommend still putting in an application or sending your CV directly to the email address below. That way we can contact you to find out more about your career goals and aspirations, and we will ensure you stay updated and aware of exciting new vacancies in the market.

For more information about this opportunity, please call Antonia Waldron or Aleah Borgas for a confidential discussion on the details below.

Antonia Waldron
AWaldron@sharpandcarter.com.au
0491 257 346

Aleah Borgas 
Aborgas@sharpandcarter.com.au
0488 159 430