" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003ePayroll Officer\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 13/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eStandalone payroll role with end-to-end ownership\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreat staff benefits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull-time, office-based in Melbourne CBD\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompany Benefits\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSubsidised corporate gym membership\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-house caf\u0026eacute; \u0026amp; daily fresh fruit\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscounted corporate health plan\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStaff social events and a health and wellbeing programme\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplimentary legal advice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrime Melbourne CBD office location\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAre you an experienced Payroll professional looking for your next opportunity?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An established professional services organisation is seeking a capable Payroll Officer to take ownership of its end-to-end payroll function. This standalone position is ideal for someone with experience in a legal or professional services environment who enjoys working autonomously, maintaining accuracy and identifying opportunities to improve processes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho will you be supporting?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will manage payroll across multiple entities, working closely with Finance and HR to ensure accurate processing, regulatory compliance and effective payroll reporting. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys taking responsibility for the entire payroll function.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour day-to-day responsibilities will include:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Managing end-to-end monthly payroll processing, ensuring employee payments are accurate and completed on time. You will oversee payroll compliance, including PAYG, payroll tax, superannuation and WorkCover contributions, alongside salary adjustments, bonuses, terminations and leave entitlements. You will maintain payroll systems and confidential employee records, manage payroll queries, prepare monthly and annual reconciliations, and produce financial, headcount and salary reporting. You will also identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and contribute to broader Finance and Technology projects.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you have the following skillset?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will have at least three years\u0027 experience in a similar payroll role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment. Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, end-to-end processing and payroll systems is essential, alongside intermediate Excel skills and experience managing multiple payroll entities across different states.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eExperience with Definitiv would be highly regarded. You will bring exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational and communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving and the confidence to manage a standalone function.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking Arrangements\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a full-time, five-day-per-week office-based position in Melbourne CBD, offering a salary package of up to $120,000.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you are interested, apply now or contact Erica Brown at Ebrown@mjdrecruitment.com.au or call 0400 111 741 for a confidential chat. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4477959\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "