Senior Payroll Officer

Contract Type:

FTC

Location:

melbourne

Contact Name:

Leona Kane

Contact Email:

leona@maydayrecruitment.com

Contact Phone:

03 9961 3378

Date Published:

10-Nov-2026

Senior Payroll Officer | 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Immediate Start

  • Join a well-established organisation within a busy, high-volume payroll environment using Chris21 .
  • Apply your knowledge of complex Awards and EBAs in a hands-on role.
  • 6-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established organisation seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join their payroll team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and has strong experience navigating complex payrolls, Awards and Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs).

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you'll play an important role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery, supporting the wider team and providing a high level of service to employees and key stakeholders. You'll need to be confident using Chris21 and able to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process end-to-end payroll within a high-volume environment.
  • Interpret and apply complex Awards, EBAs and employment conditions.
  • Process new starters, terminations, leave, allowances, overtime and payroll adjustments.
  • Respond to complex payroll queries and investigate discrepancies.
  • Complete payroll reconciliations and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant payroll legislation, Awards and EBAs.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and payroll data within Chris21.
  • Work closely with HR, Finance and key stakeholders to support payroll operations.

Skills and Experience

  • Previous experience in a Senior Payroll Officer or similar role.
  • Strong end-to-end payroll experience within a medium to large organisation.
  • Hands-on experience using Chris21 .
  • Demonstrated experience processing high-volume payrolls.
  • Strong knowledge of complex Awards, EBAs and payroll legislation.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy team.
  • Ability to hit the ground running and commence immediately or at short notice.

Key Benefits

  • 6-month fixed-term contract - Immediate start available.
  • Opportunity to join an established payroll team.
  • Utilise your Chris21 expertise and broaden your experience.

How to Apply

If this sounds like your next move, we'd love to hear from you! Click Apply Now or contact Leona Kane on 0401 494 130 for a confidential discussion.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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