Senior Payroll Officer – High-Volume, Compliance Focus

EGM Partners; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ASC is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join the Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, processing fortnightly payroll for the Australian-based workforce. You will handle statutory payments such as WorkCover, Payroll Tax and Superannuation, while resolving complex payroll queries and ensuring compliance with EBAs and legislation.

You will collaborate with HR, Finance and other departments, providing guidance to key stakeholders and supporting internal and external audits as required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in high-volume payroll within a large, complex environment.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, awards and EBAs.
• Experience with Chris21 payroll systems strongly desired.
• Proficient in MS Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process fortnightly pay runs, timecards and terminations.
• Manage statutory obligations including PAYG, STP lodgements, payroll tax and superannuation.
• Deliver accurate reporting for monthly and annual accounting requirements.
• Maintain payroll system integrity and accurate employee records.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Stay abreast of legislative changes and industry trends.

Skills

High-volume payroll

Chris21

Excel

Stakeholder management

Australian payroll knowledge

Tools

Chris21

Job description

ASC is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join the Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, processing fortnightly payroll for the Australian-based workforce. You will handle statutory payments such as WorkCover, Payroll Tax and Superannuation, while resolving complex payroll queries and ensuring compliance with EBAs and legislation.

You will collaborate with HR, Finance and other departments, providing guidance to key stakeholders and supporting internal and external audits as required.