Senior Payroll Officer - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Jobwire; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Great remuneration

Job summary

Jobwire in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to own complex payroll operations for 400-600 employees per week. The role is hands-on and hybrid (1 day WFH). You will manage end-to-end payroll processing, provide expert advice, and lead payroll system projects to drive improvements.

Ideal candidates will have 4+ years in payroll, advanced Excel, and strong ledger knowledge. This is a senior, growth-focused position within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' payroll experience.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP).
• Strong general ledger knowledge and payroll/finance systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly and Fortnightly payroll for 400-600 employees.
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll queries for clients and employees.
• Perform reconciliations and statutory lodgements (PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax, WorkCover).
• Prepare management and regulatory reporting, including labour hire licensing.
• Lead or contribute to payroll system projects and process redesign initiatives.
• Mentor junior payroll staff and support a collaborative, high-performing team.

Skills

Payroll processing

Client service orientation

Analytical thinking

Tools

Excel

Payroll systems

General ledger software

Job description

Jobwire in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to own complex payroll operations for 400-600 employees per week. The role is hands-on and hybrid (1 day WFH). You will manage end-to-end payroll processing, provide expert advice, and lead payroll system projects to drive improvements.

Ideal candidates will have 4+ years in payroll, advanced Excel, and strong ledger knowledge. This is a senior, growth-focused position within a collaborative team.