Payroll Officer

PJLI Group; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

PJL Group is seeking an experienced payroll professional based in Orange, NSW. The role covers end-to-end payroll processing, record keeping, statutory obligations and manager support.

You will work autonomously with CFO/HR guidance, handling multiple locations and ensuring timely, compliant payroll outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring strong numeracy, confidentiality, and proficient use of M1 payroll systems alongside Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with Australian payroll obligations and STP.
• Strong numeracy and ability to handle complex entitlements.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile fortnightly payroll including leave, overtime and bonuses.
• Coordinate inputs with managers across locations and follow up missing data.
• Manage changes for new starters, transfers and terminations with HR.
• Complete PAYG withholding, superannuation and STP reporting accurately.
• Maintain secure payroll records and support month-end/year-end activities.

Skills

Payroll experience

Multi-site experience

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate in Financial Services

Tools

M1 Payroll

Microsoft Office

Job description

Based in Orange, this role is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, payroll records, compliance and statutory obligations, reconciliations and responsive support for employees and managers. This is a hands‑on position suited to someone who combines strong payroll knowledge with the ability to streamline processes.

This role can be flexible to suit the right applicant and remuneration will be discussed at interview. This role is an autonomous role working independently and supported by the CFO and HR.

About the role

• Process and reconcile fortnightly payroll, including timesheets, leave, overtime, allowances, deductions, bonuses and other entitlements.
• Coordinate payroll inputs and approvals with managers across multiple locations, following up missing or incomplete information.
• Manage payroll changes for new starters, transfers, remuneration updates and terminations in partnership with Human Resources.
• Complete PAYG withholding, superannuation, Single Touch Payroll reporting and other statutory obligations accurately and by deadline.
• Maintain secure and accurate payroll records in M1, including employee details, leave balances and employment conditions.
• Reconcile payroll clearing accounts, PAYG, superannuation liabilities, leave balances and related general ledger accounts.
• Respond to employee and manager enquiries clearly and professionally, resolving discrepancies and explaining payroll outcomes.
• Support month-end, year-end, audit and reporting activities, and identify opportunities to strengthen payroll controls and processes.

About You

• Previous payroll or closely related experience, ideally in a multi‑site or operational environment
• Certificate in Financial Services, Business Administration, Bookkeep ing or related equivalent is desirable
• Strong numeracy skills and experience handling complex payroll calculations and employee entitlements
• Working knowledge of Australian payroll obligations, Fair Work requirements, modern awards, enterprise agreements, PAYG, superannuation and STP
• High attention to detail, sound judgement and a commitment to confidentiality
• Well‑developed organisational skills and the ability to manage changing priorities and firm deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a service‑focused approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with M1 or comparable payroll systems will be highly regarded

About the Company

PJL Group is a specialised Underground Hard Rock Asset Maintenance and Supply Company that has been well‑established since 2006, with its head office located in Leewood Drive, Orange NSW.