Payroll Officer

The Polyglot Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (up to 2 days WFH)

Real career development & progression

Ongoing training and upskilling

Profit-sharing scheme

Pet-friendly office

Fun team activities + monthly Celebrat

Job summary

Polyglot Group in Glebe, Sydney, is seeking a Payroll Officer to join our growing team. You will manage end-to-end payroll processing for clients across Australia, New Zealand, PNG, Fiji, and other regions, acting as a trusted partner and first point of contact for your client portfolio.

The role covers payroll processing (weekly, fortnightly, monthly), client management, and keeping up to date with payroll legislation.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of accounting or bookkeeping principles
• High attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong client service and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with DataCom is advantageous
• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)

Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Manage end-to-end payroll (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) for multiple clients
• Prepare, calculate and process wages, payslips, and reports
• Handle payroll reconciliations and employee payments
• Ensure compliance with local regulations (ATO, Super, Payroll Tax, IRD, etc.)
• Manage all lodgements and payments (superannuation, payroll tax, terminations, leave, etc.)
• Maintain accurate payroll and employee records
• Stay up to date with payroll legislation and regulatory changes
• Contribute to process improvements and payroll-related projects
• Client Management: Act as the main point of contact for clients and their employees
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Manage and respond to payroll-related queries in a timely manner
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality service
• Continuous Learning: Keep up to date with payroll regulations and industry trends
• Develop a strong understanding of Polyglot’s services and global operations

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Time management

Client service

Communication skills

Tools

DataCom

Job description

About Polyglot Group

Based in Glebe within Sydney's Inner West, Polyglot Group is a people-first, multicultural business where diversity and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords, they’re how we work. We offer a flexible, supportive environment where you can grow your career while being yourself.

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid work (up to 2 days WFH)


• Real career development & progression


• Ongoing training and upskilling


• Profit-sharing scheme


• Pet-friendly office


• Fun team activities + monthly celebrations

The Role

We are currently looking for a Payroll Officer to join our growing team. In this role, you will manage end-to-end payroll processing for our clients across Australia, New Zealand, PNG, Fiji, and other regions.

You will act as a trusted partner and first point of contact for your client portfolio, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Manage end-to-end payroll (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) for multiple clients


• Prepare, calculate and process wages, payslips, and reports


• Handle payroll reconciliations and employee payments


• Ensure compliance with local regulations (ATO, Super, Payroll Tax, IRD, etc.)


• Manage all lodgements and payments (superannuation, payroll tax, terminations, leave, etc.)


• Maintain accurate payroll and employee records


• Stay up to date with payroll legislation and regulatory changes


• Contribute to process improvements and payroll-related projects

Client Management

• Act as the main point of contact for clients and their employees


• Build and maintain strong client relationships


• Manage and respond to payroll-related queries in a timely manner


• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality service

Continuous Learning

• Keep up to date with payroll regulations and industry trends


• Develop a strong understanding of Polyglot’s services and global operations

About You

• Previous payroll experience is a plus (but not essential)


• Strong knowledge of accounting or bookkeeping principles


• High attention to detail and analytical mindset


• Excellent organisational and time management skills


• Strong client service and communication skills


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


• Familiarity with DataCom is advantageous


• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)

Why Join Polyglot?

• Work in a dynamic and international environment


• Be part of a company that values people, diversity, and growth


• Opportunity to develop your skills across global payroll operations


• Collaborative team culture with strong support