Payroll Officer

Morgan Consulting Idibu; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Parental leave

Employee share ownership program

Job summary

Dayforce is seeking a Payroll Specialist II to join our Australian payroll team. This role covers end-to-end payroll processing for our Australian workforce, ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, taxes, and superannuation.

You will collaborate with HR, Finance and clients to maintain accuracy, resolve issues and continuously improve processes. Ideally based in Melbourne with a hybrid working model, you will contribute to year-end processing, audits and system improvements while

Qualifications

• End-to-end payroll experience across Australia.
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and EBAs (if applicable).
• Experience with payroll systems such as SAP, Workday, Chris21/iChris, or Datapay.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for a large workforce.
• Maintain payroll records and accuracy across systems.
• Respond to payroll queries with professional service.
• Support audits, reporting and process improvements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance and stakeholders to ensure timely payroll.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing

Australian payroll legislation

Customer service

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

SAP

Workday

Datapay

Chris21/iChris

My Workplace (MWP)

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About the opportunity Dayforce is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist II to join our Dayforce Managed Team. The Payroll Specialist II is responsible for processing end to end payroll for Australia. We service our customers by supporting the complete employee life cycle including payroll, workforce management, benefits, and contact centre, allowing the customer to focus on their core business. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in payroll and a strong working knowledge of benefits, workforce management and tax. They will also interface with customers and use critical thinking skills to resolve complex problems.

What you’ll get to do Abide by Dayforce’s Code of Conduct, Values and Policies and Procedures Be aware of and comply with all Dayforce and customer Information Security protocols Adherent to all Information Security Standards Policies and Procedures Manage the full payroll lifecycle, including taxes, benefits, and associated processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, reconciliation, and proper transmission. Process payroll-related changes, tax forms, and payments accurately and within required timelines for assigned customers. Perform quality control checks and audits to maintain a low error rate and high standards of accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve payroll issues and employee inquiries, providing daily support and subject matter expertise. Provide payroll support services to customers according to Dayforce contract, legislative requirements, and business needs. Update and review standard operating procedures. Demonstrate an “I own it” mindset, taking full accountability for payroll deliverables from initiation to completion. Manage customer-related tasks within case management systems, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and timely. Proactively manage monthly and year-end payroll auditing and processing Identify risks, opportunities, and process improvements, taking proactive action to enhance efficiency and outcomes. Drive customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality service. Act as an effective and collaborative team member, contributing to team success. Proactively identify and elevate risks as needed. Meet or exceed established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Execute corrective and preventative action plans to address process gaps or issues. Manage customer complaints proactively, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Deliver tasks in accordance with agreed schedules, procedures, and quality standards. Participate in training and development opportunities to build skills and knowledge.Actively seek, receive, and apply feedback to support continuous professional development.

Skills and experience we value Tertiary qualification (Degree or associate degree) in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting/Taxation, or a related discipline. 1- 3+ years of end-to-end payroll experience across Australia, with strong knowledge of local legislation and compliance requirements. Experience using Dayforce aPay system, or similar payroll systems and technologies. Relevant industry certifications (or a willingness to obtain certification post-employment). Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively to customers and team members. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, effectively prioritising tasks and managing competing demands. Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision. Process and detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

About the opportunity The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll while ensuring compliance with company policies, employment legislation, taxation requirements, and superannuation obligations. This role manages payroll transactions, employee data maintenance, payroll reconciliations, and responds to payroll-related queries. The Payroll Specialist works closely with HR, Finance, and business stakeholders to ensure employees are paid correctly and that payroll records are maintained with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. What you’ll get to do Process payroll accurately and on schedule. Maintain employee payroll records and system data. Calculate and process earnings, deductions, leave entitlements, and termination payments. Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, tax, superannuation, and reporting requirements. Perform payroll reconciliations and resolve payroll discrepancies. Respond to employee and stakeholder payroll queries in a professional and timely manner. Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and process improvement initiatives. Support system testing, upgrades, and payroll-related projects as required.

Skills and experience we value Previous experience in payroll processing, preferably in a medium to large organisation. Strong understanding of payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, awards, and employment conditions. High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to manage large volumes of data. Experience using payroll and HR systems, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies. Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll matters clearly and professionally. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting strict deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion. A collaborative team player who builds positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality payroll services.

As a Payroll Specialist who enjoys complexity, look no further! Supporting our Australian business as part of a global Finance Operations team committed to operational excellence and amplifying value, you can be assured this is far from a routine payroll environment.

Ideally based in Melbourne, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely end-to-end payroll services for our Australian workforce. From payroll processing, reporting and reconciliations through to superannuation administration and compliance activities, you'll help ensure our people are paid correctly and on time, every time.

Working closely with stakeholders across Finance and People & Culture, you will respond to payroll enquiries with professionalism, accuracy and care. You will also contribute to year-end processing and reporting requirements, while supporting payroll improvement initiatives and projects as the business continues to evolve.

About you

You bring 5+ years of experience delivering end-to-end Australian payroll within a medium to large organisation, with a strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance obligations and payroll best practices. You are confident managing complex payroll scenarios, including parental leave, terminations, salary packaging, leave calculations and superannuation requirements.

Recognised as a trusted source of payroll expertise, you stay current with employment legislation, awards, payroll tax and regulatory changes, proactively expanding your knowledge and sharing insights with others.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, attention to detail and exceptional service are paramount. With strong payroll systems experience and confidence working with reporting and reconciliation processes, you can effectively manage complex payroll activities while ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality outcomes. Experience with Workday and Datapay is not essential, but would be highly regarded as we continue to embed and optimise these platforms across the business.

Above all, you are a collaborative team player who builds strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You take pride in supporting employees and leaders, balancing technical expertise with a customer-focused mindset and a passion for continuous improvement. You enjoy being part of a team that makes a tangible difference to people across the business and are committed to delivering a reliable, accurate and professional payroll service.

What We Offer:

A career with Beca will provide you with:

Flexibility & Wellbeing: We recognise that achieving a work-life balance is unique to everyone. Enjoy flexible working options to manage your personal and family priorities, along with dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.

Belonging & Ownership: Join a diverse and inclusive team where collaboration and creativity thrive, and you can bring your whole self to work. You may also have the chance to take advantage of our unique shareholder opportunities, sharing in our collective success.

Parental Leave: Take time for what matters most with up to 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave, inclusive of all genders.

Career Growth & Development: Your growth is our priority! Benefit from continuous learning and professional development through our company training programmes and support for professional accreditation, including pathways to Chartership with Engineers Australia. Work alongside industry leaders and gain hands‑on experience to unlock your career potential.

Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.

Who is Beca?

Beca is one of the Asia‑Pacific region's largest employee‑owned professional services consultancies. Our team of over 4000 professionals is diverse enough to bring a wide range of perspectives and expertise to every client and challenge, creating resourceful, smart solutions from our collective experience and insights.

‘Creative people together transforming our world’ is our vision. It reflects our culture, our aspirations and our purpose – to make everyday better. Our four values – partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and care – sit at the heart of everything we do, reflecting how we work every day with each other and our clients.

At Beca we make everyday better for our clients, our people and our community and your involvement makes it possible. Our size and agility mean you’re not just on the fringes; you’re making a visible difference, partnering to develop and deliver solutions from the ground up.

As a people‑focused business, we understand that work‑life balance means a lot of different things to different people and that it’s not always easy juggling work with everything else life throws at us. This is why we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for all opportunities in the Beca team.

If you want to make every day better, apply online today! If you have any questions, you can find out more about our people and projects by visiting

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80, 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role:

We're seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our HR Operations team, based in Dandenong. Reporting to the ANZ Payroll and Time & Attendance Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant and timely payroll services across the business, working closely with payroll experts, HR, finance and external parties such as tax authorities and benefits providers. This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives on precision, understands the complexity of payroll at scale, and can work autonomously as well as part of a broader team.

As the Payroll Specialist, you will:

• Provide second-level support in resolving payroll queries within defined SLAs, escalating to payroll experts where required.
• Act as the key contact for maintaining and enhancing third‑party interfaces, including benefits providers.
• Validate data entry and payroll results in line with standards set by payroll experts and managers.
• Coach and support colleagues on payroll-related matters, sharing knowledge across the team.
• Maintain and update work instructions to ensure they remain accurate and compliant.
• Identify and raise change requests to reflect evolving policy and business process changes in the payroll solution.
• Proactively identify processing issues and opportunities for improvement, proposing and implementing solutions.
• Support audits and compliance activities, ensuring processes align with tax, superannuation and relevant legislation.
• Contribute to on‑time payroll delivery and maintain payroll accuracy.

All about you:

• Tertiary qualification.
• Substantial experience in payroll processing for a large workforce( > 1000 employees).
• Strong systems knowledge, with hands‑on experience using SAP (SAP Globalview highly regarded).
• Experience working within a national or multinational business with a large blue‑collar workforce, ideally with exposure to Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs).
• Manufacturing or industrial sector awareness highly regarded.
• Strong Excel skills and in-depth knowledge of Australian payroll legislation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of confidentiality.
• A collaborative team player with a genuine sense of urgency and ownership.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, comfortable engaging across all levels of the business.

Join us on a life‑long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also enjoy;

• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexible working options and additional leave days
• Purchase annual leave and novated leasing schemes
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award‑winning learning
• Stability, challenges and a long‑term career enabling you to steer your progression in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from a comprehensive and social coverage package recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and social coverage

Important to note:

As a global business, we’re an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process please email: For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application. As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high‑quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth‑driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How you will make contributions that matter

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join our dedicated and collaborative payroll team, supporting approximately 400 weekly and fortnightly paid employees across multiple manufacturing sites.

Working in a fast‑paced environment, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely payroll services while supporting employees and stakeholders across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• End-to‑end processing of weekly and fortnightly payrolls for a predominantly wages‑based workforce
• Interpreting Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) and payroll legislation to ensure accurate employee payments
• Managing payroll reconciliations, PAYG, superannuation and statutory reporting obligations
• Reviewing payroll calculations, leave balances and payroll exceptions
• Responding to payroll queries and providing a high level of customer service to employees and stakeholders
• Producing payroll reports and analysing payroll data using Excel
• Supporting payroll audits and compliance activities as required
• Working across My Workplace (MWP), Workday, Workforce and Chris21/iChris payroll systems, with the opportunity to support the transition of employees onto a single workforce management platform
• Contributing to payroll‑related testing and system implementation activities
• Working collaboratively with the broader payroll team to deliver successful weekly and fortnightly payroll cycles

About you

To be successful in this role, you'll bring practical payroll experience and enjoy working in a team‑focused environment where everyone contributes to the success of the payroll function.

You'll also have:

• Experience processing end‑to‑end payroll in a medium to large organisation
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, awards and/​or Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs)
• Experience using Chris21/iChris payroll systems, highly regarded
• Experience working with payroll and time and attendance systems
• Confidence reviewing payroll calculations, leave entitlements and employee records
• Intermediate Excel skills with the ability to analyse payroll data and reporting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting strict deadlines
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support team members during critical payroll periods
• Experience within manufacturing, FMCG or other award‑based environments will be highly regarded

Support you will receive

• Exposure to all aspects of payroll, from processing and compliance through to reporting and statutory obligations
• The opportunity to contribute and support transition Time & Attendance system project
• A supportive and collaborative team culture where team members are cross‑trained across the payroll function
• Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid model with three days per week in the office
• Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way
• The opportunity to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program

Shortlisting may commence immediately, so please apply as soon as possible.

Payroll Officer | Join a well‑established professional services organisation in a varied, client‑focused payroll role, managing multiple payrolls and supporting a diverse client portfolio.

• Work across multiple client payrolls, providing variety beyond a traditional in‑house payroll role.
• Join a supportive and collaborative payroll team.
• Opportunity to build strong client relationships while managing end‑to‑end payroll.

About the Company

Our client is a well‑established professional services organisation seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join their collaborative payroll team.

This is a great opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys variety and working across different payroll environments. Rather than being responsible for one internal payroll, you’ll manage payroll activities across a portfolio of clients, providing accurate, compliant and timely payroll services.

Working within a small and supportive team, you’ll have exposure to a broad range of payroll requirements while building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end payroll processing across multiple client accounts.
• Assist with new client onboarding and employee setup.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including tax, superannuation and employment details.
• Process monthly payroll data, leave and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and manage payroll tax and superannuation lodgements.
• Assist with WorkCover and workers compensation requirements.
• Support month‑end and EOFY payroll reporting.
• Process terminations, redundancies, LSL and other complex payroll requirements.
• Respond to payroll queries and provide a high level of client service.
• Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve payroll issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and operational efficiency.

Skills and Experience

• Previous end‑to‑end payroll experience, ideally across multiple payrolls.
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, including STP, superannuation and payroll tax.
• Experience managing high‑volume payroll processing.
• Understanding of terminations, redundancies, LSL, WorkCover and payroll reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• A hands‑on, collaborative approach with a genuine client‑service mindset.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Experience with HR3 is highly regarded.
• Join a supportive and collaborative payroll team.
• Opportunity to develop your payroll and client management skills.
• Work in a role that offers more variety than a traditional single‑client payroll position.
• Join a well‑established and growing professional services organisation.

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