Payroll Officer

Pentarch Group; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Two days work from home per week

Bonus opportunities

Professional growth opportunities

Permanent role

Job summary

Pentarch Group is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to manage end-to-end payroll across multiple entities from our Southbank head office. The role offers a permanent full-time contract with a flexible hybrid arrangement, three days in the office and two days at home.

You will process weekly and fortnightly payroll, ensure legislative compliance, manage timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and provide timely payroll support to site teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a complex environment.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and software.
• Knowledge of Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and related legislation.
• Ability to maintain high accuracy and compliance in payroll data.
• Experience processing timesheets/clock cards for shift workers is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile end-to-end pay runs, manage timesheets and payroll deductions.
• Assist with preparation of State and Federal tax obligations and Superannuation contributions.
• Maintain staff records and changes to employment details.
• Run and analyse payroll reports.
• Collaborate with teams on General Ledger inquiries and compliance.
• Assist with payroll audits and compliance testing.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing

Awards & legislation knowledge

Payroll systems proficiency

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Education

Certificate IV in Payroll Administration

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Payroll office to join our team on a secure permanent basis.

29th October, 2026

About the position:
Are you an experienced Payroll Officer with a passion for accuracy, compliance, and delivering exceptional service? Join the Pentarch Group and play a key role in managing end-to-end payroll operations across our diverse business portfolio.
Based at our Southbank Head Office, this permanent full-time opportunity reports directly to the Payroll Manager and offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with three days per week in our modern office conveniently located near public transport.
As our Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for coordinating and processing payroll across multiple employing entities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You will manage weekly and fortnightly payroll cycles while maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, Enterprise Agreements (EAs), awards, taxation, and superannuation obligations.
Working closely with site teams and key stakeholders, you process timesheets, validate payroll information, investigate discrepancies, and respond to payroll queries in a professional and timely manner.
Your primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Processing and reconciling end-to-end pay runs, managing timesheets and payroll deductions.
• Assisting with the preparation of State and Federal tax obligations and Superannuation contributions.
• Ensuring prompt maintenance and accuracy of staff records and changes to employment details.
• Running, reviewing and providing payroll reports and analysis.
• Working collaboratively to resolve issues.
• Liaising with other shared services teams on General Ledger inquiries or Workers Compensation and requests from People and Culture and.
• Assisting with any required payroll audits, reviews, and compliance testing.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will bring:

• Substantial experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a complex environment is essential.
• A certificate IV in Payroll Administration, or other relevant qualification is highly regarded.
• Proficiency in payroll systems, software, legislation and practices with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Experience in processing a variety of timesheets / clock cards for shift workers is highly advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements and other state and industry legislation is beneficial.
• The ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and precision in processing payroll data, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• A confident proactive and responsive approach to addressing employee and manager inquiries and concerns.

In return, we offer:

• Secure, permanent work on an ongoing basis.
• A competitive salary package with bonus opportunities.
• Professional growth opportunities, we believe in investing in our employee’s development.
• Supportive work environment- we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• 2 days per week work from home flexibility.

About Us

Join our team and be part of a diversified group with over 30 years of experience leading the way in the forestry, agricultural, and permaculture industries. We're dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources and have a long-standing commitment to responsible and functional use of these resources in our businesses.

At the Pentarch Group, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to pursuing new ideas, support local communities, and help shape a business that focuses on a sustainable future. Your skills and passion can make a real difference by building on our decades of expertise.

Visit www.pentarch.com.au to learn more.

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