Payroll Officer

South Coast Baptist College; City Of Rockingham; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Baptist College is seeking an experienced and detail-focused Payroll Officer to join our HR team and support the accurate and timely processing of payroll for College and Childcare employees.

You will work with the Payroll Manager to ensure timely, compliant payroll, maintain employee records, handle inquiries, and contribute to reporting and payroll administration in a Christian education setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar payroll role.
• Qualifications in Payroll, Accounting or related field.
• Experience using payroll software and systems.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, legislation, modern awards and enterprise agreements.
• Understanding of PAYG withholding and superannuation requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Proactive approach and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Genuine commitment to Christian faith and ability to provide a reference from a Pastor or Christian leader.

Responsibilities

• Process fortnightly payroll for College and Childcare employees accurately and within required timeframes.
• Set up new employees and maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Collect and verify timesheets and resolve discrepancies.
• Process leave applications and maintain appropriate records.
• Monitor and manage the Payroll inbox and respond to staff enquiries.
• Prepare payroll, workforce and month-end reports as required.
• Assist with salary sacrifice arrangements and payroll-related claims and investigations.
• Assist with Centrelink Employment Separation Certificates and Workers Compensation matters.
• Support the Payroll Manager with payroll and HR-related activities as required.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Discretion

Time management

Education

Payroll, Accounting or related qualification

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Payroll Officer

0.8- 1.0 FTE | Permanent

Play a key role in delivering accurate, timely and trusted payroll services across our growing Christian College community.

South Coast Baptist College is seeking an experienced and detail-focused Payroll Officer to join our HR team and support the accurate and timely processing of payroll for College and Childcare employees.

Working closely with the Payroll Manager, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate employee records, supporting payroll processes and responding to staff enquiries, while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, awards and enterprise agreements.

South Coast Baptist College is an independent, co-educational Christian school serving families across Perth’s southern metropolitan region and beyond.

Please click here for our Statement of Faith.

About the role

Working closely with the Payroll Manager and HR team, you will:

• Process fortnightly payroll for College and Childcare employees accurately and within required timeframes.
• Set up new employees and maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Collect and verify timesheets and resolve discrepancies.
• Process leave applications and maintain appropriate records.
• Monitor and manage the Payroll inbox and respond to staff enquiries.
• Prepare payroll, workforce and month-end reports as required.
• Assist with salary sacrifice arrangements and payroll-related claims and investigations.
• Assist with Centrelink Employment Separation Certificates and Workers Compensation matters.
• Support the Payroll Manager with payroll and HR-related activities as required.

Please click here for the full Job Description.

About you

You are an organised, reliable and detail-focused professional who takes pride in delivering accurate payroll services and supporting staff.

You will bring:

• Experience in a similar payroll role.
• Relevant qualifications in Payroll, Accounting or a related field.
• Experience using payroll software and systems.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, employment legislation, modern awards and enterprise agreements.
• An understanding of PAYG withholding and superannuation requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately within strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• A proactive approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A genuine commitment to the Christian faith and the ethos and values of South Coast Baptist College, with the ability to provide a reference from a Pastor or Christian leader.

Applications

Applications close: Friday, 9th October 2026

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the College reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date.

Please include:

• Cover letter and resume.
• Relevant qualifications and supporting documentation.
• Visa / Residency Status / Passport.

Enquiries

HR Department

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