• Maintenance of payroll and staff records; including processing new starters, terminations, and payroll adjustments.
• Processing end-to-end weekly and fortnightly payrolls in Meridian Payroll software for multiple legal entities in Australia.
• Maintenance and utilisation of Dayforce and Deputy (Time and Attendance Systems).
• Assisting with the interpretation and ensuring correct application of Enterprise Agreements (EA), Awards, and Employment Contracts.
• Application of CPI and FWC - calculation of rates.
• Support staff and management's payroll queries.
• Preparation of reports, monthly reconciliations and journals.
• Calculation and lodgement of payroll liabilities including group tax and superannuation.
• Lodgement of payroll liabilities including payroll tax and WorkCover.  
• Actively maintaining and supporting HR systems and initiatives

About You - Who do we want to apply?

We are looking for someone with an excellent understanding of payroll practices and their application.

The successful applicant must possess the following characteristics:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a payroll capacity.
• Experience in interpreting and processing multiple industrial pay conditions.
• Demonstrated experience with end-to-end payroll processing.
• Experience in using Accounting Software.
• High level of attention to detail, analytical skills & accuracy.
• Logical thinking/problem solving.
• Strong time management, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build rapport and communicate with key stakeholders of all levels.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Experience in Payroll Software Systems.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as with a degree of autonomy. 
• Adaptability to change.

This role is based in our Adelaide Office located at 26 Flinders Street, Adelaide. The role is office-based, 5 days per week.

How to Apply

We are requesting your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the best person for this position. 

Click APPLY and fill in as much information as you can in the track record section of the application, paying close attention to each question. 

Applicants must have the appropriate work visa and must not have any restrictions to their entitlement to work.

Please note that screening and contacting of applicants may commence prior to the application closing date.

Applications close 12 noon Friday 26 April 2024.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion.