Payroll Officer

South Coast Baptist College; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

South Coast Baptist College invites applications for a Payroll Officer to join the HR team. You will manage fortnightly payroll for College and Childcare staff, set up new employees, verify timesheets, handle leave, and generate payroll and month-end reports within deadlines.

Working with the Payroll Manager, you will ensure accuracy, confidentiality and compliance with awards and legislation. The role supports Centrelink processes and payroll-related queries in a faith-aligned environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar payroll role.
• Qualifications in Payroll, Accounting or related field.
• Experience using payroll software and systems.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, employment legislation, modern awards and enterprise agreements.
• Understanding of PAYG withholding and superannuation requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Proactive approach and prioritisation of tasks.
• Commitment to Christian faith and the ethos of South Coast Baptist College; pastor reference if requested.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Interpersonal skills

Proactive prioritization

Faith alignment

Education

Payroll, Accounting or related field

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

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.

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.

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

Enquiries

HR Department

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