Payroll Officer (TEMP)

Kennedy Reid; Council of the City of Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer for a temporary position in Sydney. The role involves end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring compliance with legislation, and maintaining employee records. Candidates should have at least 3 years of payroll experience and strong Excel skills. The office offers a supportive culture with flexible hybrid working options, located centrally in Sydney CBD.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Supportive team culture

Central CBD location

Qualifications

• 3+ years payroll experience with strong knowledge of Australian Modern Awards.
• High level Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and formulas.
• Ability to identify discrepancies with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with Modern Awards, legislation, and tax obligations.
• Maintain employee records and manage leave entitlements.

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Workday

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Officer on a temporary basis (4-6 weeks with the possibility to extend) to join a collaborative and supportive payroll team of three. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring award compliance, accurate payroll delivery and providing advice to People & Culture and employees.

What you’ll do

• Deliver accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing
• Ensure compliance with Modern Awards, legislation, and tax obligations (PAYG, Super, Payroll Tax)
• Maintain employee records, manage leave entitlements, and process onboarding/terminations
• Conduct reconciliations, reporting, and identify any payroll discrepancies or underpayments
• Partner with People & Culture and Finance teams to provide payroll advice and support

What we’re looking for

• 3+ years payroll experience with strong knowledge of Australian Modern Awards
• High level Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs, index match, formulas)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies
• Confident communicator who can clearly present findings and advice
• Experience with Workday is a plus, but not essential

Why you’ll love it here

• Be part of a supportive, easy-going team with a great office culture
• Flexible hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days WFH)
• Work in the heart of Sydney CBD

Start date: ASAP