Payroll Officer

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • AU$61 - AU$66 per hour

The Role

Join a state government agency as a Payroll Officer, acting as the first line of payroll support for staff, working closely with the Finance team. This role is an initial 3 month contract with strong potential to extend / becoming ongoing and is hybrid across Melbourne CBD or Bendigo.

Responsibilities

  • Process accurate fortnightly payroll data.
  • Ensure compliance with VPS Enterprise Agreement, Awards, and Fair Work obligations
  • Maintain and verify payroll and employee data, including deductions and pay reconciliations
  • Manage workforce data reporting and support finance with payroll-related queries
  • Use MYOB, ELMO or similar platforms for data entry and reconciliation

About You

  • Payroll experience within a state government or public sector setting
  • Proven understanding of EBAs, Modern Awards, superannuation and taxation requirements
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiarity with MYOB, ELMO, or similar systems

If this sounds like you apply now or email Ahmad at ahmad.jahfar@talentinternational.com

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