Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer

Excolo. | Council of the City of Sydney, NSW, AU

Posted 18 days ago

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Description

Payroll Officer

Join a thriving hospitality company as a Payroll Officer. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced payroller to join a well-respected organisation on an initial ongoing basis. Immediate start available.

Based in the CBD, this temporary role offers the opportunity to work with a small, dedicated team while ensuring the smooth and compliant payroll processing during a busy period of system improvements around PayGlobal.

Base pay range

A$90,000.00/yr - A$95,000.00/yr

The Role

  • Process fortnightly payroll across various business units.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, tax laws, and workplace policies.
  • Manage employee leave balances, including annual, sick, and special leave.
  • Advise on wage control, award interpretations, and penalty rates.
  • Oversee end-of-financial-year payroll obligations and reporting.
  • Maintain and update employee records accurately.
  • Stay informed on legislative changes impacting payroll and entitlements.
  • Generate and analyse payroll reports, identifying cost‑saving opportunities.
  • Drive efficiencies in payroll processing, including assisting with the implementation of a new payroll system.
  • Compensation: $50‑60/hr + Super – Competitive hourly rate.
  • Flexible work – Work from home 3 days per week.
  • Established company – Join a reputable and respected business.

Requirements

  • 2‑3+ years of experience in full‑function payroll.
  • Experience using PayGlobal is ideal but not essential.
  • Work on a payroll of more than 2000.
  • Strong attention to detail, time management, and analytical skills.
  • Available to start within the next 2 weeks.
  • Ability to interpret industry awards and enterprise agreements.
  • Experience processing high volumes of payroll data.
  • In‑depth knowledge of payroll procedures, tax, and superannuation regulations.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Proficiency in payroll calculations, leave entitlements, and termination payments.

If you are interested in this position, please click apply today by submitting your resume or sending it across to Matt Tozer at

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Finance

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