" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003ePayroll \u0026amp; Accounts Officer\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19473\"\u003e Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19474\"\u003e New South Wales \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 13/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE ORGANISATION\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our client is a well-established, national not-for-profit organisation that represents and advocates for a major Australian industry. It works with a broad membership base of large and small businesses and professional service providers, and is known for its collaborative, values-driven culture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy client is based conveniently in Sydney\u0027s CBD and can offer 2 days WFH once trained.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePOSITION PURPOSE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This role owns end-to-end payroll across the organisation, ensuring every employee is paid accurately and on time, and that all payroll, tax and statutory obligations are met. The Payroll Officer is the first point of contact for payroll and leave matters and works closely with the CFO and the People \u0026amp; Culture team on remuneration, onboarding and compliance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Alongside payroll, the role provides commercial analysis support to the Finance team, including management reporting, reconciliations and input into budgets and forecasts. The position also contributes to continuous improvement by strengthening payroll and finance processes, systems and documentation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKEY RESPONSIBILITIES\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePayroll (primary focus)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage end-to-end payroll processing for fortnightly and monthly pay cycles across multiple entities, ensuring all payments are accurate and delivered on time.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdminister the payroll and leave management system, maintaining accurate employee master data, pay rates, allowances and deductions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAct as the first point of contact for payroll and leave queries, providing clear, timely guidance to employees and managers.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate payroll-related onboarding and offboarding, including system set-up, employee documentation and final pay calculations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage statutory payroll obligations, including superannuation, PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting, payroll tax and workers\u0026rsquo; compensation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplete payroll reconciliations, leave accrual calculations and payroll journal postings each pay cycle and at month-end.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the CFO with the annual remuneration review and incentive payment processes, working in conjunction with the People \u0026amp; Culture team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLiaise with the external payroll provider and relevant regulatory bodies to resolve issues and meet compliance deadlines.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain complete payroll records and ensure compliance with internal controls, legislative requirements and audit needs, including supporting payroll audit requests.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAccounts Support\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist with monthly management reporting, including variance analysis and commentary.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare month-end accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport business units with budgets, rolling forecasts and the annual budget process.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare ad hoc reports as required and support the internal and external audit process.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABOUT YOU\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eExperience and qualifications\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMinimum 3\u0026ndash;5 years\u0026rsquo; experience in a payroll role, ideally managing end-to-end payroll across multiple pay cycles or entities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong working knowledge of superannuation, PAYG, STP, payroll tax and workers\u0026rsquo; compensation obligations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with Micropay or a similar payroll system.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to management accounting, reconciliations or financial reporting would be highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProficiency in Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft suite.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills and attributes\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA patient, positive and customer-focused approach to employee queries.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication skills, adapting style and message to the audience.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong planning, prioritisation and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA proactive, can-do attitude and a genuine team player.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Please apply directly through this advert! \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=\"4478048\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "