Hybrid Payroll Administrator – Process & Compliance

Confidential; Melbourne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Supportive team culture

Professional development opportunities

Diverse workload

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a collaborative payroll team in Melbourne on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on accurate, timely payroll processing and resolving employee payroll queries with a strong emphasis on compliance with UK legislation and internal policies.

You will support year-end activities, generate reports, and work closely with Finance, HR, and Payroll colleagues to drive process improvements in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a payroll position.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong team-working and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Maintain payroll records and employee data in line with legislation and company policies.
• Respond to payroll queries, providing a professional and efficient service.
• Support year-end payroll activities, reconciliations, validations, and reporting.
• Produce payroll reports and costing information for finance teams.
• Reconcile payroll-related payments including HMRC and pension contributions.
• Assist with the review and development of payroll policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with Payroll, HR, and Finance teams.
• Support wider payroll projects and team initiatives as required.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Deadline management

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a collaborative payroll team in Melbourne on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on accurate, timely payroll processing and resolving employee payroll queries with a strong emphasis on compliance with UK legislation and internal policies.

You will support year-end activities, generate reports, and work closely with Finance, HR, and Payroll colleagues to drive process improvements in a hybrid working environment.