Payroll Officer, Roxburgh Park VIC.

On Offer:

Our client is seeking a Payroll Officer to join their supportive team on a 12-month full-time fixed-term contract based in Roxburgh Park, VIC. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a leading healthcare and community organisation that operates across the Aged Care and NDIS sectors.

What’s on offer:

• Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 + super (depending on experience) 
• Fixed-term maternity leave cover (12 months)
• A collaborative, values-driven team culture with strong leadership support
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning within a purpose-driven organisation
• Access to wellbeing programs and retail discounts

The Role:

The Payroll Officer plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services across multiple entities within the organisation. Working closely with the Finance Manager, this role supports day-to-day payroll operations and contributes to the smooth financial performance of the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing end-to-end payroll accurately and on time for all staff across multiple business units
• Calculating salaries, allowances, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and superannuation
• Maintaining and updating payroll and employee records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and award conditions
• Preparing and submitting payroll-related tax filings and reports (including PAYG, superannuation, and other deductions)
• Assisting with reconciliations, audits, and budget preparation by providing payroll analysis and cost forecasts
• Managing employee payroll queries and providing responsive, accurate support
• Supporting financial reporting, invoicing, and inter-company transactions as required
• Contributing to compliance across Aged Care, NDIS, and WHS frameworks

• Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing
• Certificate IV in Bookkeeping, Diploma in Accounting, or related qualification (Bachelor’s in Accounting desirable)
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, taxation, and industrial awards
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (preferably Xero, Employment Hero, and Excel functions such as VLOOKUPs)
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and confidentiality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and collaborate within a busy finance team
• Current Police Check, Working with Children Check, and NDIS Worker Screening (or willingness to obtain)
• Full Australian working rights and a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations