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Reporting to the Group Accountant, this Senior Payroll Officer role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of payroll using Employment Hero. You will oversee a weekly payroll cycle, with an upcoming transition to fortnightly payroll, and provide hands-on leadership and support to one direct report. The role plays a critical part in ensuring SCHADS Award compliance, accurate payroll processing, and strong payroll controls. You will work closely with Finance and People & Culture, acting as the escalation point for complex payroll matters, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Reporting to the Group Accountant, this Senior Payroll Officer role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of payroll using Employment Hero. You will lead a small payroll team and oversee a weekly payroll cycle, with an upcoming transition to fortnightly payroll. The role plays a critical part in ensuring SCHADS Award compliance, accurate payroll processing, and strong payroll controls. You will work closely with Finance and People & Culture, acting as the escalation point for complex payroll matters, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

You are an experienced Senior Payroll Officer or Payroll Team Leader with strong hands-on experience using Employment Hero and sound knowledge of the SCHADS Award. You bring a practical, detail-focused approach to payroll processing and compliance, combined with the ability to lead, support and develop a small team. You are confident advising stakeholders, interpreting awards and legislation, and working in a fast-paced environment. You are available to start immediately, comfortable working Monday to Friday in the office, and hold (or are willing to obtain) relevant Blue and Yellow Cards.

This role offers the opportunity to join a growing organisation where payroll is recognised as a critical function of the business. Based in the Brisbane CBD close to public transport, the role is office-based Monday to Friday to support collaboration and stakeholder engagement. As the business continues to grow, there is genuine opportunity for career progression, increased responsibility and development over time, supported by a collaborative leadership team and a strong people-first culture.

If you’re a payroll professional looking for an immediate start and the chance to step into a leadership role with real impact we’d love to hear from you. Please apply through the link and include a Cover Letter and Resume in Word format. For more details and a confidential conversation, please call the team on 07 3556 1079.