Are you an experienced payroll professional with a keen eye for detail? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can make a direct impact on payroll accuracy and customer service? A fast paced and dynamic finance team are seeking a dedicated Business Unit Payroll Officer to join their HR Services team.
Benefits:
Flexibility with the option to work from home three days a week!
On-site parking available for easy access to the workplace.
Career development opportunities through hands-on experience with payroll systems and legislative compliance.
Collaborative environment working closely with HR and other teams.
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements, enhancing payroll efficiency.
Varied responsibilities, from managing payroll cycles to handling inquiries and assisting with system upgrades.
Skills enhancement in payroll, compliance, reporting, and HR processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner with the business unit to understand the roles, awards, and payroll complexities, ensuring accurate pay calculations and legislative compliance.
Process payroll changes for weekly, fortnightly, and monthly pay cycles, including tax compliance and superannuation.
Analyse and audit payrolls to ensure all processes align with legislative, award, and tax requirements.
Prepare and support internal reporting requirements, including costing reports, leave liabilities, and reconciliations.
Contribute to the continuous improvement and standardisation of payroll processes and systems.
Liaise with HR to ensure accurate payments in line with award agreements, arbitrated decisions, and employee appointments or terminations.
Provide prompt and effective responses to payroll inquiries from employees and managers.
Assist with end-of-month and end-of-year reconciliations and the review and updating of payroll policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate employee records and assist in the integration of payroll functions for new acquisitions.
About You:
Strong background in payroll processing, including experience with large payrolls and integrating new businesses into payroll systems.
Proficiency in Ascender and/or PeopleSoft payroll systems and intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
The ability to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with awards, legislation, and company policies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
Previous experience in payroll administration.
Knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
To be considered for this position please hit 'Apply' or with any questions please contact:
Dee Nguyen
Recrutiment Consultant
0474 041 699
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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
skills
payroll, payroll officer
qualifications
* Previous experience in payroll administration.
* Knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
education
Secondary School/High School