Senior Payroll Officer | Chris21 Expert (6-Month FTC)

Mayday Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayday Recruitment is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer in Melbourne for an immediate start on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will manage end-to-end payroll in a high-volume environment using Chris21, navigating complex Awards and EBAs, and ensuring accurate payroll delivery.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will support the team, resolve complex queries, and maintain meticulous payroll records while collaborating with HR and Finance. Short notice starts welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering end-to-end payroll in a high-volume environment.
• Strong knowledge of Awards, EBAs and payroll legislation.
• Hands-on experience using Chris21.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Strong communication and collaboration within a team.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll within a high-volume environment.
• Interpret and apply complex Awards, EBAs and employment conditions.
• Process new starters, terminations, leave, allowances, overtime and payroll adjustments.
• Respond to complex payroll queries and investigate discrepancies.
• Complete payroll reconciliations and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, Awards and EBAs.
• Maintain accurate employee records and payroll data in Chris21.
• Work with HR, Finance and key stakeholders to support payroll operations.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

Awards and EBAs

Payroll legislation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Chris21

Job description

Mayday Recruitment is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer in Melbourne for an immediate start on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will manage end-to-end payroll in a high-volume environment using Chris21, navigating complex Awards and EBAs, and ensuring accurate payroll delivery.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will support the team, resolve complex queries, and maintain meticulous payroll records while collaborating with HR and Finance. Short notice starts welcomed.