Payroll Officer

Company Description

About Us

Warakirri Asset Management Pty Ltd is a leading Australian funds manager and offers specialist investment vehicles and services to retail and wholesale investors with a focus on ethical investment, actively managed equities and agriculture. We are a private company, 100% owned by our directors and employees, and we have a Board of Directors with majority independent director representation.

Job Description

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer to join our finance team, based in the Melbourne CBD with a hybrid working model (2 days in the office). You will report to the Finance Controller. The ideal candidate will possess strong payroll processing skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to maintaining compliance and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process multiple payrolls (fortnightly and monthly), including leave calculations, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Collect, calculate, and reconcile time and attendance data against contracted hours, leave taken, and relevant modern awards.
• Record payroll journals, determine payroll liabilities (taxes, deductions, leave), and oversee monthly payroll tax returns.
• Maintain and update accurate employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Review payroll with senior team prior to payment and ensure all transactions are processed correctly.
• Compile and prepare payroll reports, summaries of earnings, deductions, and leave, and contribute to financial analysis and management reporting.
• Collaborate with HR, HSE, and finance teams to support payroll reporting, workers’ compensation, and process improvements.
• Stay updated on payroll legislation and compliance requirements to ensure adherence across all payroll activities

Qualifications

About You

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll processing or a similar role.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems; experience with ELMO and Deputy or similar payroll systems is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Australian tax regulations and payroll compliance requirements.
• Certification or membership with relevant professional bodies (e.g., Australian Payroll Association) is desirable.
• Full Australian Working Rights

Additional Information

What makes Warakirri unique?

• Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home (2 days in the office).
• Part of a growing organisation which works across multiple business platforms.
• We have a workplace that values inclusion and where everyone is welcome and respected. This results in a caring and supportive team environment. 
• There are several social events throughout the year.
• We will invest in your future by ongoing Learning and Development opportunities.
• Our Employee Assistance Program includes free confidential counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family members for personal or work-related issues.
• We care about your health and wellbeing and have designed a wellbeing calendar with purpose.

You probably want to hit “I'm interested” now, but if you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Niki Bosman at Niki.Bosman@warakirri.com.au