Payroll Officer - Temporary To Permanent Contract

Payroll Officer - Temporary to Permanent Contract Payroll Officer job opportunity to join a national business located in Melbourne's Inner Suburbs.
Our client is a well-known organisation based in Melbourne's Inner City Suburbs, seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join their high-performing Payroll services team on an initial 3-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension and potential for permanency.
Key responsibilities: Ensuring all Time and Attendance data, payroll changes, records, and other related material are received prior to the close of the payroll run and actioned accordingly.
Completing all key weekly payroll functions and procedures, including the end-to-end payroll process, terminations, adjustments, and classification changes in line with deadlines.
Providing the Payroll Manager with regular updates on relevant payroll issues.
Ensuring that key payroll functions comply with the EA, relevant statutory and legislative requirements, including timely processing of PAYG, Superannuation, and other statutory payments.
Processing Off Cycle Payments when required.
Administering all payroll enquiries and maintaining the Payroll Inbox to ensure payroll queries and issues are resolved within service timeframes.
Participating in weekly Payroll Review Meetings.
Maintaining personal competence in using the payroll system through internal and external training.
Treating all payroll-related activities in strictest confidence.
Providing advice, assistance, and support with key payroll processes and activities.
Reviewing and updating Payroll Process and Procedure notes regularly.
Assisting the Payroll Manager with the implementation of strategies to ensure alignment with the Business Plan.
Complying with relevant Statutory Reporting obligations.
What we are looking for: 3+ years experience as a Payroll Officer.
Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships.
Experience in identifying and implementing service improvements.
Ability to prioritise and manage expectations.
Problem-solving ability.
High level of accuracy.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work independently.
Analytical skills.
Proactive attitude.
What you will get: Great remuneration.
Open door and inclusive culture.
Hybrid working arrangement - Work from home.
Networking and social events.
Immediate start available for the right candidate.
Please APPLY immediately or send your CV to #J-18808-Ljbffr