Payroll Officer

Elmo; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SydWest Multicultural is a not-for-profit organisation delivering services across Greater Western Sydney. we're seeking a Payroll Officer to deliver fortnightly payroll for 300+ staff using KeyPay, ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will work with HR and Rostering to resolve queries and support payroll system enhancements.

The role requires 3+ years in payroll, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in payroll processing in a payroll office environment.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of end-to-end payroll.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in payroll processing and records.
• Understanding of payroll system integrations with HR and rostering systems.
• Experience with KeyPay is essential; WageEasy is desirable.
• Ability to interpret SCHADS awards and relevant legislation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the Office suite.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll information.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll processing for 300+ employees on a fortnightly cycle.
• Respond to payroll queries and implement payroll amendments accurately.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and reports for internal/external reviews.
• Reconcile and process payroll-related payments (superannuation, salary packaging, PAYG).
• Ensure ATO/STP payroll compliance.
• Maintain leave records and related payments, including long service levies.
• Process workers' compensation claims and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR and Rostering to ensure timely processing.
• Participate in testing, implementation, and review of payroll system changes.

Skills

Payroll processing

Independent work

Attention to detail

HR/rostering integrations

Awards interpretation

Excel

Confidentiality

Working under pressure

Team player

Tools

KeyPay

WageEasy

Job description

SydWest Multicultural is not-for-profit organisations that are committed in providing a broad range of services across Greater Western Sydney, the Inner West and the City of Sydney. We are a leading organisation on cultural diversity offers flexible and integrated services across the life cycle for refugees and migrants; support for seniors; disability support; women and families; youth; housing support; and settlement services.

Our vision is to create an inclusive society where all people have equal opportunities to grow and thrive. Our organisational mission is to deliver quality services meeting diverse needs to maximise individual and community outcomes.

Job Description

KEY PURPOSE

The Payroll Officer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality fortnightly payroll for 300+ employees, ensuring accurate processing of salaries in a time-sensitive manner.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• End-to-end payroll processing of 300+ employees on a fortnightly basis using KeyPay.
• Respond to payroll queries and process payroll amendments accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate payroll records and reports for internal and external reviews and compliance requirements.
• Reconciliation and payment of all payroll related payments, eg Superannuation, Salary packaging, PAYG etc.
• ATO/STP payroll compliance.
• Leave maintenance and payments including CSI portable long service levy calculations and reimbursements.
• Workers' compensation claims, payments and reconciliations
• Work collaboratively with HR and Rostering teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll
• Participate in the testing, implementation and review of payroll system changes, upgrades, integrations and new functionality

Desired Skills and Experience

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Minimum of 3 years in payroll processing in payroll team office environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of the end-to-end payroll process
• Demonstrated high level of accuracy and attention to detail when processing payroll and maintaining records.
• Understanding of payroll-related system integrations between HR, rostering systems and the interaction with relevant teams.
• Demonstrated proficiency in payroll systems KeyPay (essential) WageEasy (desirable)
• Sound ability to interpret awards (SCHADS) and relevant legislation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Dedication to maintaining confidential information
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet payroll deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

YOUR KEY ATTRIBUTES FOR THE ROLE

Resilience and Courage

Always be calm and act constructively in highly pressured and unpredictable environments;

Accept criticism of own ideas and respond in a thoughtful and considered way;

Continue toward goals in the face of difficulty and adversity.

Orientation and Self Management

Maintain focus on goals;

Independently pursue business objectives in an organised and efficient manner;

Priortise work tasks to meet job responsibilites;

Minimise work flow disruptions to complete high quality work within a specified time frame.

Good communication and listening skills to ensure professionalism and correct information is provided.

Flexibility

Adapt effectively to changing plans and priorties;

Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.

Willingness to work and explore new systems