Payroll & Administration Officer - Part Time

seek.com.au; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

seek.com.au in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Payroll & Administration Officer to join our team on a permanent part-time basis. The role focuses on payroll processing and related administration, with 25 hours per week from Monday to Friday, and daily tasks across the business.

We value accuracy, confidentiality and the ability to manage competing priorities. The successful candidate will handle weekly payroll for about 60 staff, maintain records and assist with onboarding and general office

Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll processing or payroll administration.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A professional approach to handling confidential employee information.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and processing of weekly payroll of approx 60 employees.
• Review and reconcile employee timesheets, hours worked, overtime and leave.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
• Process employee leave applications and maintain leave records.
• Assist with new employee onboarding and payroll setup.
• Respond to payroll-related enquiries.
• Ensure payroll information is accurate and processed within required timeframes.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support across the business.
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and documentation.
• Assist with data entry, reporting and general office tasks.
• Respond to emails and internal enquiries.
• Support management and other departments with administrative requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Reliability

Time management

Excel

Outlook

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Payroll & Administration Officer - Part Time

We are seeking an experienced, organised and reliable Payroll & Administration Officer to join our team in Ipswich.

This is a permanent part-time position working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with approximately 5 hours per day.

The role will primarily focus on payroll processing and associated administration, while also providing general administrative support across the business.

We are looking for someone who is confident managing payroll responsibilities, has excellent attention to detail and is happy to assist with a variety of administrative tasks as required.

This is a varied position that would suit someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in their accuracy and organisation, and is comfortable working in a busy operational environment.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, organised and reliable Payroll & Administration Officer to join our team in Ipswich.

This is a permanent part-time position working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with approximately 5 hours per day.

The role will primarily focus on payroll processing and associated administration, while also providing general administrative support across the business.

We are looking for someone who is confident managing payroll responsibilities, has excellent attention to detail and is happy to assist with a variety of administrative tasks as required.

This is a varied position that would suit someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in their accuracy and organisation, and is comfortable working in a busy operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Preparation and processing of weekly payroll of approx 60 employees.
• Review and reconcile employee timesheets, hours worked, overtime and leave.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
• Process employee leave applications and maintain leave records.
• Assist with new employee onboarding and payroll setup.
• Respond to payroll-related enquiries.
• Ensure payroll information is accurate and processed within required timeframes.

General Administration

• Provide day-to-day administrative support across the business.
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and documentation.
• Assist with data entry, reporting and general office tasks.
• Respond to emails and internal enquiries.
• Support management and other departments with administrative requirements.
• Undertake other reasonable administrative duties as required.

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, efficient and takes ownership of their responsibilities.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• Previous experience in payroll processing or payroll administration.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A professional approach to handling confidential employee information.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to assist wherever needed.
• A practical, common-sense approach to problem-solving.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Experience in payroll software and an understanding of Australian payroll requirements, including awards, superannuation and leave entitlements is essential.

What We Offer

• Permanent part-time employment – 25 hours per week.
• Consistent Monday to Friday working hours.
• A varied role with a mix of payroll and general administration.
• A supportive team environment.
• An established business with ongoing operations.
• The opportunity to contribute to different areas of the business.