[100% WFH] Australian Payroll Officer

AMPED HQ PTY LTD; Taguig; Remote; PHP 3,055,000 - 3,928,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent WFH setup

Health & wellness support

Gym and education funding

Generous leave policy

Bonuses and progression

Job summary

Amped HQ PTY LTD is seeking an experienced Australian payroll specialist to lead weekly payroll operations from the Philippines, reporting to an Australia-based finance manager. You will process high-volume timesheets and pay runs in Xero and Astute, ensure accurate pay rates and award interpretations, and meet superannuation and PAYG obligations.

The role requires 3+ years of AU payroll experience, knowledge of STP, and strong numerical accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on Australian payroll experience.
• Hands-on experience with Xero and Astute payroll systems.
• Understanding of Australian payroll legislation: superannuation, PAYG and STP.
• Ability to interpret awards and enterprise agreements.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Clear written and spoken English for liaising with an AU-based finance manager.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end Australian payroll runs accurately and on time.
• Collect, validate and import high-volume timesheets for labour hire workers.
• Maintain employee payroll records including starters, terminations and rate changes.
• Interpret and apply relevant awards and construction industry pay conditions.
• Calculate and process superannuation, PAYG, allowances and overtime.
• Prepare and lodge STP reporting.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve variances with the finance team.
• Manage leave accruals, entitlements and payroll adjustments.
• Respond to payroll queries from workers, branch staff and management.
• Support payroll tax, workers' compensation and year-end processes.
• Produce payroll reports for the finance manager in Australia.
• Maintain payroll data integrity across Xero and Astute and elevate system issues.

Skills

Australian payroll

Awards interpretation

High-volume payroll

English communication

Tools

Xero

Astute

Job description

About Us

At Ramp Remote (previously Amped HQ), we’re on a mission to connect top talent with opportunities that drive real impact. We’re constantly expanding our global network, seeking the best and brightest to join our team and contribute to our partners’ success.

With industry-leading partner and employee retention, Ramp Remote (previously Amped HQ) is redefining what outsourcing can be. We focus on building genuine relationships, delivering meaningful results, and fostering growth both professionally and personally, in a fun, supportive environment.

Our core values, People First, Innovation, and Growth, guide everything we do. Here, you’ll collaborate closely with senior management, gain access to powerful tools and resources, and enjoy the freedom to upskill in areas that excite you.

About the Opportunity

Our partner is a premier, fast-growing staffing and recruitment firm specializing in the construction, warehousing, and skilled trades sectors. Established in 2016, they have rapidly expanded their footprint to include over 11 branches across New Zealand and a growing presence in Australia.

They are seeking a high ownership professional to take the lead on their weekly payroll operations. Working from the Philippines and reporting to a finance manager based in Australia, you will process high-volume timesheets and pay runs in Xero and Astute, keep pay rates and award interpretations accurate, and make sure superannuation, PAYG and other statutory obligations are met on time. The role suits someone with current, hands-on AU payroll experience who is comfortable with the pace and complexity of a labour hire payroll cycle.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end Australian payroll runs accurately and to deadline

• Collect, validate and import high-volume timesheets for labour hire workers

• Maintain employee payroll records, including new starters, terminations and rate changes

• Interpret and apply relevant awards, agreements and construction industry pay conditions

• Calculate and process superannuation, PAYG withholding, allowances, penalty rates and overtime

• Prepare and lodge Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting

• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve variances with the finance team

• Manage leave accruals, entitlements and payroll adjustments

• Respond to payroll queries from workers, branch staff and management

• Support payroll tax, workers' compensation and end-of-financial-year processes

• Produce payroll reports for the finance manager in Australia

• Maintain payroll data integrity across Xero and Astute and elevate system issues

Requirements

Must haves:

• 3+ years of current, hands-on experience processing Australian payroll

• Working knowledge of Xero

• Working knowledge of Astute payroll software

• Experience in the construction and/or labour hire industry

• Understanding of Australian payroll legislation, including superannuation, PAYG and STP

• Ability to interpret awards and enterprise agreements

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail

• Comfortable handling high-volume, deadline-driven pay cycles

• Clear written and spoken English for liaising with an Australian-based finance manager

• Discretion in handling confidential payroll information

Nice to haves:

• Experience with casual and temporary workforce payroll

• Exposure to Australian payroll tax across multiple states

• Experience with workers' compensation reporting

• Intermediate Excel or Google Sheets skills

• Experience supporting payroll system or process improvements

Benefits

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Amped HQ, your growth, well-being, and success come first. We offer a high-impact, collaborative environment where your voice is heard and your achievements are celebrated.

• Flexibility & Setup: Permanent WFH setup with complete equipment provided from day one.

• Health & Wellness: HMO coverage, comprehensive government mandates, and a generous annual support for gym and education.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous leave plan including vacation, sick, mental health, and birthday leaves, plus monthly gratitude events and incentives.

• Growth & Rewards: Competitive salary package, annual transparent performance appraisals, bonuses and clear pathways for career advancement with direct access to senior leadership.

Join us at Amped HQ and be part of a team that values your growth, celebrates your achievements, and supports you every step of the way. Together, we’ll achieve more and have fun doing it!