Payroll Administrator (Australian Payroll)

About This Role

The Payroll Administrator manages end-to-end payroll for approximately 100 employees and contractors, across accurate and compliant weekly and fortnightly cycles. This role requires someone highly proficient in Australian payroll and Xero Payroll who can work independently with minimal onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and fortnightly payroll for approximately 100 employees and contractors
• Manage end-to-end payroll in Xero Payroll
• Process hourly wages, allowances, overtime and other payroll adjustments
• Ensure compliance with Australian legislation, Fair Work requirements and company policies
• Calculate and process superannuation contributions accurately
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records
• Process new starters, payroll amendments and terminations
• Reconcile payroll reports and investigate discrepancies
• Meet payroll deadlines consistently
• Respond to employee payroll enquiries professionally and promptly
• Assist with payroll reporting and record keeping
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and payroll information

Requirements

• Proven experience processing Australian payroll from start to finish
• Advanced working knowledge of Xero Payroll
• Experience processing payroll for hourly paid employees and contractors
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, including superannuation, PAYG withholding and leave entitlements
• Experience processing payroll for employees in New South Wales and Victoria
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organisation and time management
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice to have:

• Award interpretation
• Experience in construction, labour hire, rail, engineering or industrial industries
• High-volume payroll experience
• Contractor payroll environments
• Understanding of Australian employment awards and compliance requirements

About the Company

Our client is an Australian-owned civil construction and rail infrastructure company providing specialist rail maintenance, construction, labour hire, project management and plant hire services across Australia. They are recognised for high-quality, safe and reliable solutions for Tier 1 and Tier 2 rail clients, supported by a skilled workforce operating across multiple states.