The Opportunity:


An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join a well-established organisation based in the Perth CBD. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing across both clergy and employee groups.

This role also offers the opportunity to supervise a Payroll Officer and play a key role in maintaining and improving payroll systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end payroll processing across fortnightly/monthly cycles
• Manage new starters, terminations, leave, adjustments, and pay runs
• Oversee time & attendance via Humanforce
• Ensure compliance with NES, Modern Awards, and Fair Work requirements
• Conduct BOOT testing where required
• Process STP submissions and superannuation returns
• Manage PAYGW, deductions, and salary packaging
• Prepare and process payroll-related payments and reconciliations
• Maintain payroll records including allowances and clergy stipends
• Administer long service leave and FBT reporting

Accounting & Reporting:

• Prepare payroll journals and general ledger reporting
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with system uploads (TechOne)
• Generate payroll costing and reporting insights
• Prepare ABS reporting and payroll remittances

Stakeholder Support & Systems:

• Partner with HR on payroll-related legislative matters
• Support internal stakeholders with payroll queries and entitlements
• Maintain and improve payroll systems (Micropay & Humanforce)
• Liaise with external providers including salary packaging

About You

• Minimum 4+ years end-to-end payroll experience
• Experience supervising or mentoring payroll staff
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation (PAYGW, STP, Super, FBT)
• Solid understanding of Fair Work Act, NES & Modern Awards
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills

Desirable:

• Experience with Micropay and/or Humanforce
• Exposure to complex payroll environments
• Alignment with organisational values and purpose-driven work

What’s on Offer:

• Central CBD location
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to step into a senior role with leadership responsibility
• Stable organisation with strong values and culture
• Ongoing development and system exposure

Apply Now:

If you are a detail-oriented payroll professional looking to step into a senior position with ownership and impact, I would love to hear from you.