Payroll Systems Officer

Role Overview

This full-time, permanent position based in the inner eastern suburbs of Melbourne offers a salary range of approximately $80,000 to $90,000 plus superannuation, with the added flexibility of working three days from home. The role is within a high-performing payroll systems team in a large, complex organisation, reporting to the Payroll Systems Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, configure, and optimise payroll and workforce rostering systems to support operations.
• Manage system functionalities, including troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and other payroll regulations.
• Support payroll operations through accurate system configuration and effective data management.
• Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and Workforce Systems teams to enhance processes and system performance.
• Assist with system upgrades, testing, and transformation projects to improve payroll systems.
• Investigate and address complex payroll system queries and escalations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to payroll systems and processes.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience supporting payroll systems within medium to large organisations.
• Hands-on expertise in configuring and managing time and attendance systems.
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and industrial instruments.
• Experience with system upgrades, implementations, or transformation projects is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on system functionality.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and prioritising multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders across various levels.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Permanent full-time role with competitive salary depending on experience.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement with three days remote work per week.
• Located in Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs, well connected by public transport.
• Join an established and supportive payroll systems team.
• Engage with ongoing system enhancement and transformation initiatives.
• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and high-volume environment.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development within the organisation.