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Payroll Officer – Temp to Perm
Perth CBD | Standalone Role | Mining & Exploration Sector
Our client, a well-established mining and exploration company based in the Perth CBD, is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join their team. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for a capable and confident professional looking to step into a key standalone role within a dynamic and growing business.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will be solely responsible for managing end-to-end payroll for approximately 170 employees, with a payroll cycle consisting of fortnightly and monthly pay runs. This is a hands-on position that requires accuracy, accountability, and the ability to work independently.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and manage full-function payroll for all staff
- Ensure compliance with relevant awards, enterprise agreements, tax, and superannuation obligations
- Maintain accurate payroll records, reports, and reconciliations
- Handle employee queries regarding payroll, entitlements, and deductions
- Coordinate with internal departments for onboarding, offboarding, and leave management
- Liaise with external bodies (e.g., ATO, super funds) as required
- Generate payroll reports for internal stakeholders
About You
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced payroll professional who thrives working independently and is comfortable operating in a standalone capacity.
Essential Criteria:
- Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing
- Ability to manage payroll across multiple cycles (fortnightly/monthly)
- Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, tax, and superannuation
- High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity
Highly Desirable:
- Prior experience using ELMO
- Previous experience within the mining or resources sector
What’s on Offer
- Immediate start with a temp-to-perm pathway
- Central Perth CBD location
- Opportunity to take ownership of the payroll function
- Work in a supportive, down-to-earth team environment in a growing organisation
