Payroll Officer

• Processing Australian weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls accurately and on time
• Managing employee changes, benefits, deductions, leave and termination payments
• Supporting time and attendance processes for hourly and operational employees
• Interpreting payroll and timekeeping data in line with awards, agreements and legislation
• Responding to payroll queries from employees, managers and supervisors
• Investigating payroll discrepancies and resolving issues promptly
• Completing payroll reconciliations, reports, records and audit activities
• Maintaining accurate employee and payroll information
• Supporting practical improvements to payroll processes and data accuracy
• Handling confidential employee information with care, discretion and integrity

You are a capable payroll professional who values accuracy, consistency and dependable service. You are comfortable working with payroll systems and data, investigating discrepancies and managing competing deadlines.

You will bring:

• At least three years’ Australian payroll experience
• Hands-on experience processing weekly, fortnightly or monthly payrolls
• Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employees
• Experience using ADP, which is highly preferred
• Experience using UKG/Kronos or another time and attendance system
• Working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, awards, agreements, tax, superannuation and wage compliance
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with payroll data
• High attention to detail and the judgement to question information that does not look right
• Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing payroll deadlines
• A practical, service-focused approach when supporting employees and managers

Experience in manufacturing, mining, industrial services or another operational workforce environment will be highly regarded.

If you have strong Australian payroll knowledge and hands-on ADP experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now, as shortlisting will commence immediately.

Only applicants who currently hold full, unrestricted Australian working rights and are based in Australia will be considered.

As we work with teams around the world, time-zone differences can sometimes make live screening challenging. To support a fair, consistent and inclusive process, we may invite candidates to complete a one-way video screening at a time that suits them. If you require adjustments or an alternative format, we are happy to discuss this.

Before commencing employment, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.