Senior Payroll Specialist — Community Impact & Autonomy

Tjiwarl Aboriginal Corporation; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tjiwarl Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Payroll Specialist to lead payroll processing across the employee lifecycle from onboarding to termination. You will support the Finance Manager and team while ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance within Australian payroll rules.

This role is based in Kewdale, WA, offering meaningful work with Aboriginal communities across health, education, employment and culture, in a collaborative, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in payroll or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, PAYG withholding, superannuation.
• Experience applying employment awards.
• Experience with multiple payment types (wages, allowances, travel).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing across activities including travel allowances and attendance.
• Maintain accurate employee records and payroll data.
• Ensure compliance with awards, laws and statutory obligations.
• Provide guidance on payroll processes, salary packaging, leave balances, and entitlements.
• Complete monthly payroll reconciliations and assist with audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Discretion

Communication

Education

Accounting or equivalent qualification

Tools

Employment Hero

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Wiise

Business Central

Job description

Tjiwarl Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Payroll Specialist to lead payroll processing across the employee lifecycle from onboarding to termination. You will support the Finance Manager and team while ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance within Australian payroll rules.

This role is based in Kewdale, WA, offering meaningful work with Aboriginal communities across health, education, employment and culture, in a collaborative, supportive team environment.