Job Description

Payroll Officer | Townsville
Full-Time Contract

Achieve Group is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to manage end-to-end payroll processing while supporting a broader finance and administration function. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys working collaboratively within a finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of weekly payroll, including pay increases, back pays and termination payments
• Processing of monthly payments such as directors’ or executive fees (where applicable)
• Interpretation and application of awards, agreements, and employment conditions
• Maintain and audit employee payroll records
• Preparation and reconciliation of end-of-year payment summaries, including FBT components
• Respond to employee and management payroll enquiries
• Maintain payroll reporting including leave balances, overtime and absences
• Reconciliation of payroll-related general ledger accounts
• Calculation of annual leave and long service leave accruals

Finance & Administration Support

• Maintain Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable master data
• Review supplier invoices and payment reports
• Support debt collection and account control activities
• Provide backup support across key finance and administration functions as required

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience processing complex payrolls with multiple awards or agreements
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance, and best practice
• Experience in general accounting and financial administration
• Previous experience supporting a finance team in a busy environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• A high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a small, collaborative team

Systems & Software

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Experience with ERP / payroll systems such as TechOne, Oracle or SAP (highly regarded)

Mandatory Requirements

• National Police Check
• Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence

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To apply, please upload your resume via the job post, or call our office on 1300 129 732 for a confidential discussion.