Job Title: Australia Payroll Specialist (Remote)

Working Hours

Australian Business Hours 

Experience Required

Minimum 4 Years of End-to-End Australia Payroll Processing Experience

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Australia Payroll Specialist to join our growing payroll team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and payroll processing. This is a fully remote role requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to work during Australian business hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for Australian employees on a weekly, fortnightly, and monthly basis.
  
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately and within strict deadlines.
  
• Maintain compliance with Australian payroll legislation, Fair Work requirements, Superannuation, PAYG, STP reporting, and relevant Awards/EBAs.
  
• Calculate and process salaries, wages, overtime, allowances, tips, bonuses, leave entitlements, and termination payments.
  
• Manage payroll reconciliations and reporting.
  
• Handle employee payroll queries professionally and promptly.
  
• Ensure accurate maintenance of employee payroll records.
  
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and clients regarding payroll-related matters.
  
• Support payroll audits and compliance reviews.
  
• Stay updated with changes in Australian payroll legislation and industry best practices.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience processing Australian payroll.
  
• Strong understanding of:
  • Fair Work legislation
    
  • Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements
    
  • Superannuation
    
  • PAYG withholding
    
  • Single Touch Payroll (STP)
    
  • Leave calculations and termination processing
    
• Experience using payroll software such as Employment Hero Payroll, Xero Payroll, MYOB, or similar platforms.
  
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Ability to manage multiple payrolls and meet deadlines.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.
  

Preferred

• immediate joiners.
  
• Exposure to multiple client payrolls across various industries.
  
• Relevant payroll, accounting, or HR qualifications.
  

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
• Highly organised and self-motivated.
  
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
  
• Professional and client-focused approach.
  
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills.
  

What We Offer

• Fully remote working opportunity.
  
• Competitive salary based on experience.
  
• Exposure to a diverse Australian and UK client portfolio.
  
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
  
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.