Payroll Officer - Immediate Start

Job title : Payroll Officer - Immediate Start
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : $45-55p/h + super
Contact name : Nicola McLennan
Contact email : nmclennan@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : NMPR45

  • Richmond location - close to public transport 
  • Immediate Start - 8 week temporary role
  • $45-55p/h + super

About the client: 
 

Our client are market leaders in their industry, undergoing steady growth across all Australian states. With over 60 years experience in the market and boasting a reputation for excellence, the organisation is seeking a Payroll Officer to join their supportive and close-knit team.  Located in Richmond, this position is a great opportunity for a payroll officer looking for their next challenge that can start immediately. 


The Responsibilities

Reporting to the Payroll Manager and working within a large team autonomously, you will be solely responsible for (but not limited to) the following duties:
  • Processing payroll for approximately 600 employees fortnightly via iChris
  • Calculating outstanding accrued leave redundancy entitlements
  • Prepare and lodge payroll tax, PAYG, work cover and superannuation 
  • Collecting, calculating, and entering data in order to maintain and update payroll information
  • Understanding of Awards 
  • Resolving payroll discrepancies as well as;
  • Various other duties as required

The successful applicant will have

  • Experience in redundancy payments, calculating accrued leave entitlements an advantage 
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to multi task and work within a fast faced environment
  • Knowledge of payroll processes, taxation, superannuation & payroll tax legislation
  • Strong excel and numeracy skills

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion contact Nicola McLennan on 0428 596 660  nmclennan@sharpandcarter.com.au