Payroll Specialist - Timely, Accurate & Confidential Pay

scbc; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Baptist College is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join the HR team and ensure accurate, timely payroll for College and Childcare staff. You will maintain employee records, respond to inquiries, and support payroll processes in line with legislative awards and enterprise agreements.

The role works with the Payroll Manager to manage fortnightly payroll, new hires, timesheets, leave, reports, and payroll-related matters, with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and accuracy

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar payroll role.
• Qualifications in Payroll, Accounting or related field.
• Experience using payroll software and systems.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, legislation, awards and enterprise agreements.
• Understanding of PAYG withholding and superannuation requirements.
• Discretion with confidential information and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to Christian ethos with pastoral reference.

Responsibilities

• Process fortnightly payroll for College and Childcare employees accurately and on time.
• Set up new employees and maintain confidential payroll records.
• Collect and verify timesheets; resolve discrepancies.
• Process leave applications and maintain records.
• Monitor payroll inbox and respond to staff enquiries.
• Prepare payroll, workforce and month-end reports.
• Assist with salary sacrifice arrangements and payroll-related claims.
• Assist with Centrelink Employment Separation Certificates and Workers Compensation matters.
• Support Payroll Manager with payroll and HR activities.

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Payroll or Accounting qualification

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

South Coast Baptist College is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join the HR team and ensure accurate, timely payroll for College and Childcare staff. You will maintain employee records, respond to inquiries, and support payroll processes in line with legislative awards and enterprise agreements.

The role works with the Payroll Manager to manage fortnightly payroll, new hires, timesheets, leave, reports, and payroll-related matters, with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and accuracy