Payroll Specialist

Location: 

Bankstown, NSW, AU, 2200

Flexible Work Arrangement:  Onsite
Job Category:  Human Resources
Career Level:  Professional
Requisition Id:  4714

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Director HR Services APAC, as a Payroll Specialist you will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing within a collaborative team environment, covering three Australian entities. You’ll manage diverse employee groups, including blue- and white-collar workforces, across:

  • 7 Enterprise Agreements (EAs).
  • Award-based employees.
  • Agreement-free employees.

This role requires a strong understanding of compliance, accuracy, and the nuances of payroll in both unionised and corporate settings. You’ll play a key part in ensuring our employees are paid correctly, on time, and in line with legislative and contractual requirements.

Annual Salary up to AUD$85,000 + Super + up to 5% Annual Bonus

Your Responsibilities

  • Process and reconcile payroll for multiple entities across various states and classifications.
  • Deliver full payroll cycle activities, including end of month (EOM) reporting and reconciliations.
  • Interpret and apply Enterprise Agreements, Awards, and employment contracts.
  • Maintain compliance with taxation, superannuation, and statutory reporting requirements.
  • Partner with HR, Finance, and operational leaders to resolve queries and ensure accurate data.
  • Support continuous improvement in payroll processes and systems.
  • Ensure high standards of data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance in all payroll activities.

What will help you to Succeed

  • Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing, including EOM activities within a medium to large organisation
  • Strong understanding of Australian legislation including application of Enterprise Agreements and awards.
  • Experience working across both blue-collar and white-collar environments.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Intermediate to advanced excel skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative we are here to help approach.
  • System knowledge (iCHRIS, SAP or other mid to large Payroll software preferred but not essential).

Why Jet?

  • The opportunity to be part of a global organisation with a local team environment.
  • Exposure to diverse payroll operations across multiple agreements, employment groups, entities and states.
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Competitive remuneration and benefits.
  • Supportive and collaborative workplace culture in Bankstown.

How to Appy?

Your application must consist of the following: 

  • Acknowledgement that you have a current legal right to work in Australia;
  • A cover letter (1-2 pages max) outlining your previous skills and experience relative to the role;
  • A copy of your updated resume. 

Pre-employment Requirements

As part of any selection process applicants will be required to undertake and satisfy to the company's discretion, some or all of the following assessments/checks:

  • Work entitlements with a right to work in the country relevant to the security and position needs.
  • Pre-employment medical assessment, which will include a functional capacity and a drug and alcohol test.
  • National Police/Criminal History Check.
  • Practical Assessment.
  • Numeracy and Literacy Assessment.
  • Computer Skills Assessment.
  • Qualification/License Verification.
  • Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification.
  • Right to Work in Australia Check.
  • Directorship Check.