Senior Payroll Officer
Senior Payroll Officer
Job Title:
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Work Mode:
Hybrid
Industry:
Logistics Distribution & Supply Chain
Location:
Derrimut - Victoria
Salary:
$100k - $120k + Super
Reference:
BH-29319
The Company
Our client is a well-established, multi-entity Australian business operating across a diverse range of operational divisions including manufacturing, transport, and warehousing. With a collaborative culture and a strong focus on shared services, they are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to take ownership of a complex and varied payroll function.
The Role
Reporting to the Group Shared Services Manager, this is a senior standalone payroll position responsible for accurate, timely and compliant processing across multiple entities. You’ll work across Datapay/Datacom, ELMO and KeyPay alongside an outsourced payroll provider, and collaborate closely with Finance and People & Culture to deliver a high-quality payroll service.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
The Person
About Us
Veritas Recruitment recruits across multiple verticals, with industry-specific recruiters servicing a range of clients. Our divisions include Senior Accounting and Finance, Accounting Support, Freight and Logistics, Business Support, and Technical and Operational positions. To find out more about Veritas and our team, visit www.veritasrecruitment.com.au
The Consultant
Alex Dacombe specialises in recruiting within the Senior Accounting & Finance space, having worked in recruitment for over 5 years across the globe.
Apply Online
Please click the appropriate link and send your resume in Word format. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Alex Dacombe on 0456 083 246
Our client is a well-established, multi-entity Australian business operating across a diverse range of operational divisions including manufacturing, transport, and warehousing. With a collaborative culture and a strong focus on shared services, they are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to take ownership of a complex and varied payroll function.
The Role
Reporting to the Group Shared Services Manager, this is a senior standalone payroll position responsible for accurate, timely and compliant processing across multiple entities. You’ll work across Datapay/Datacom, ELMO and KeyPay alongside an outsourced payroll provider, and collaborate closely with Finance and People & Culture to deliver a high-quality payroll service.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls across multiple entities using Datapay/Datacom, ELMO and KeyPay
- Review and validate time and attendance data; manage T&A approvals for Head Office functions
- Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation, Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, tax and superannuation obligations
- Post payroll journals into the finance system; prepare monthly payroll reconciliations and GL account updates
- Prepare and manage WorkCover remuneration calculations, ATO lodgements and statutory reporting
- Process termination payments, payroll adjustments and maintain employee masterfile data accurately
- Act as payroll system super-user; support, troubleshoot and train managers and employees on payroll systems
- Identify and lead payroll process improvement, automation and standardisation initiatives across the group
- Other ad-hoc duties to support the team
The Person
- Demonstrated experience in a Senior Payroll Officer role within a multi-entity environment
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation and Modern Award/EA interpretation
- Experience using Datapay/Datacom, ELMO and/or KeyPay; exposure to outsourced payroll providers advantageous
- Experience with payroll reconciliations, GL journal posting and Time & Attendance systems
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel; strong analytical, reconciliation and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail; ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; proactive and solutions-focused approach
About Us
Veritas Recruitment recruits across multiple verticals, with industry-specific recruiters servicing a range of clients. Our divisions include Senior Accounting and Finance, Accounting Support, Freight and Logistics, Business Support, and Technical and Operational positions. To find out more about Veritas and our team, visit www.veritasrecruitment.com.au
The Consultant
Alex Dacombe specialises in recruiting within the Senior Accounting & Finance space, having worked in recruitment for over 5 years across the globe.
Apply Online
Please click the appropriate link and send your resume in Word format. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Alex Dacombe on 0456 083 246
