Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Excel Formulas Payroll Processing Data Entry Leave Of Absence Management Payroll Reporting Employee Data Management Payroll Processing Computerized Payroll Systems Microsoft Dynamics Sensitive Security Information +1 more

Other Skills

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Communication
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Teamwork
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Detail Oriented

Roles & Responsibilities

2–4 years of experience in a payroll, accounting, or data-entry focused role
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas and table formatting)
Strong attention to detail with ability to identify numerical errors quickly
Good written and verbal English skills for effective team collaboration

Requirements:

Collect and monitor weekly timesheets to ensure timely submission and manager approval
Accurately enter payroll data into the ERP system, including new hires, tax declarations, and bank changes
Update and track leave requests against employee entitlements
Assist in the initial validation of pay runs to check for missing data or entry errors

Job description

Our client is a world-renowned animation studio with over 50 years of experience creating award-winning family entertainment. They are currently producing high-profile global projects and maintain a creative, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.

They are now seeking to hire a Payroll Support Officer to provide dedicated administrative support to their Sydney-based Senior Payroll Officer. This role is responsible for high-volume payroll processing, ensuring timesheet accuracy, and maintaining employee data to support the finance department.

Job/Role Responsibilities

Collect and monitor weekly timesheets to ensure timely submission and manager approval.
Accurately enter payroll data into the ERP system, including new hires, tax declarations, and bank changes.
Update and track leave requests against employee entitlements.
Assist in the initial validation of pay runs to check for missing data or entry errors.
Prepare administrative paperwork for new starters and process basic termination data.
Run weekly and monthly system reports, such as payroll summaries and leave balances.
Gather information to assist in resolving basic employee payroll enquiries.
Help prepare data files for quarterly Superannuation contributions.
Ensure all payroll records are filed digitally in compliance with data privacy standards.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in a payroll, accounting, or data-entry focused role.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and table formatting.
Strong attention to detail with an ability to identify numerical errors quickly.
Good written and verbal English skills for effective team collaboration.
High level of comfort learning new software and ERP systems.
Understanding of the importance of confidentiality in a payroll environment.