senior payroll officer.

Senior Payroll Officer - 5+ month contract opportunity

My client is looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join their team for a 5 months temporary role (subject to extension). The role is to be based in their Bankstown office - onsite parking is provided. Hybrid working is offered - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.

The role is ideal for someone who has great exposure across end to end Payroll function where they will be performing the BAUs, processing fortnightly payroll for multiple entities, exposure processing large volume and MUST HAVE recent Preceda system experience for at least a minimum of 1 -2 years.

Reporting to an experienced Payroll Manager; you are responsible for:

• Manage the end-to-end payroll function for approximately 1,200 + employees
• Process and run pay runs on an alternate fortnightly basis
• Handle payroll for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all
• Perform all BAU tasks, including new starter setup, terminations, leave management, and reporting
• Address and resolve payroll queries from employees in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure all payroll data is accurate and compliant with relevant legislation and company policies
• Prepare month-end reports related to payroll.
• Monitor and ensure that all payroll processes adhere to the established quality standards
• Other ad hoc duties as and when required

Ideal Profile

This opportunity is for someone who has experience within an end to end payroll function in a complex multi business unit environment. You will also bring:

• Proven experience in an end to end payroll function; 2-5 years experience
• Prior work in a high volume fast paced environment is preferred
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and compliance
• MUST HAVE experience in Preceda payroll system - this is a non negotiable
• Be agile in your approach to work and be comfortable working in a change environment
• Understanding of legislation and tax law

Benefits

• 5 months temporary role and subject to extension
• Immediate start but open to someone who has short notice period
• $50- $55/ hour + Super (Based on experience)
• Bankstown NSW 2200
• Onsite parking provided
• 2 days work from home
• Great culture and collaborative team environment

If you have the required skills needed for this position, kindly please click the 'Apply' button below.

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