Payroll & Administration Officer

Total Tools; Morayfield; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Employee discount program

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Total Tools Morayfield is seeking a Full-Time Payroll & Administration Officer to join our team. This role focuses on accurate payroll processing, bookkeeping and administration within a fast-paced retail environment.

You will handle end-to-end payroll, maintain records, assist with monthly reporting and BAS, and contribute to process improvements across payroll and purchasing activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Certificate III in Business, Bookkeeping, Accounting Administration or related field (or equivalent).
• Payroll Administration qualification or similar payroll qualification.
• 2–5 years' experience in payroll, bookkeeping, accounting or admin roles.
• Experience interpreting employment contracts, awards and leave provisions; General Retail Industry Award knowledge is preferred.
• Experience with accounts payable/receivable and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel and payroll systems such as Tanda or Pronto.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll processing including wages, allowances and leave entitlements.
• Maintain payroll compliance with Australian legislation and the General Retail Industry Award.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, reconciliations and payments.
• Assist with month-end reporting, bank reconciliations and bookkeeping.
• Maintain employee, payroll and financial records.
• Support onboarding and general office administration.
• Prepare financial reports such as trial balance, P&L and balance sheet.
• Assist BAS preparation and statutory reporting.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement in payroll, accounts and admin.

Skills

Payroll processing

Bookkeeping

Administration

Microsoft Excel

Bank reconciliations

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate III in Business/Bookkeeping/Accounting Administration or related

Tools

Tanda

Pronto

Job description

Total Tools Morayfield is looking for a Full-Time Payroll & Administration Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented professional to utilise their payroll, bookkeeping and administration expertise within a growing and dynamic retail business.

This position will suit a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and takes pride in delivering accurate, efficient and professional support. Working closely with store leadership, team members you will play a key role in ensuring payroll, administration and bookkeeping processes are completed accurately and on time.

For this role, you will be primarily focused on providing high-quality payroll, bookkeeping and administrative support to the business while contributing to the overall success and performance of the store.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• End-to-end payroll processing, including wages, allowances, deductions and leave entitlements.
• Maintaining payroll compliance with Australian legislation and the General Retail Industry Award.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, reconciliations and payment processing.
• Assisting with month-end reporting, bank reconciliations and bookkeeping activities.
• Maintaining employee, payroll and financial records.
• Supporting onboarding and general office administration.
• Prepare financial reports, including trial balance, profit and loss and balance sheet reports.
• Assist with BAS preparation and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across payroll, accounts and administration processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency and compliance.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy and compliance.

Does this sound like you?

• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Certificate III in Business, Bookkeeping, Accounting Administration or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Payroll Administration qualification or similar payroll qualification.
• Minimum 2-5 years' experience in payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, office administration or a similar role.
• Experience interpreting employment contracts, Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements and leave provisions. Experience with the General Retail Industry Award is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance requirements, including superannuation, PAYG and payroll tax obligations.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, month-end processes and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting and payroll systems such as Tanda, Pronto or similar platforms.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience in a fast‑paced retail or small business environment, managing both finance and administrative tasks.

Why work for us?

For 30 years, Total Tools has operated as the ultimate tool shop, delivering the right tools and advice for our customers who are building the future. We are the first choice for trade-quality tools and, best of all, most of our nationwide stores are locally owned and operated

Our operating model is one that respects and invests in our team and customers. We live by our values: One Team, Own It & Get It Done, Customer First & Be the Difference!

We also offer:

• Onsite parking available to all employees.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Employee discount program.
• Supportive management team committed to career development and growth.

Total Tools is a proud equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All hiring decisions are based upon skills, qualifications, and merit.

Only applicants with valid working rights in Australia will be considered for this position.