MARS Recruitment are partnering with a leading national organisation to recruit a highly skilled Payroll Officer to join their welcoming team.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of accurate and timely payroll services across multiple entities. You'll work closely with key stakeholders to ensure legislative compliance, maintain data integrity, and support broader business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end processing of both fortnightly and monthly payrolls across multiple Australian entities
• Ensure compliance with state-based payroll tax, superannuation obligations, and other statutory deductions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee and payroll data across multiple systems
• Interpret and apply relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, contracts, and organisational policies
• Manage claims and payments for work cover, income protection, and related benefits
• Liaise with Finance to provide accurate payroll reporting and process payment requests
• Undertake internal payroll checks and assist with external audit requirements as needed

About You

• Demonstrated payroll experience in a mid-sized or larger organisation
• Knowledge of SAP is an advantage but not essential
• Strong numerical accuracy and meticulous attention to data integrity
• Sound understanding of payroll legislation, including Award interpretation, Fair Work compliance, payroll tax, superannuation, and salary sacrifice
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work through complex payroll queries
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• High level of discretion when working with confidential information

If you're ready to bring your payroll expertise to a dynamic national organisation, apply today to be considered for this opportunity.