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Full Time Payroll Officer

Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Experience processing high-volume payroll operations across PNG and Australia.
  • Experience validating timesheets, processing payroll data, and managing payroll queries.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Description

We’re seeking a Payroll Officer to join Brunel in our Perth CBD office, supporting payroll operations across PNG and Australia within a global organisation. Working in a high-volume and fast-paced environment, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team where accuracy, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset are highly valued.

 

This role would suit someone with existing payroll or administration experience, however we are also open to candidates who are eager to learn, have strong organisational skills, and are looking to build a long-term career within payroll and operations.

 

About the Role

As our Payroll Officer, you will support the processing of payroll across PNG and Australia operations, assisting with timesheet validation, payroll data processing, payroll queries, and compliance requirements. You’ll gain exposure to high-volume, multi-country payroll operations while working closely with a collaborative and supportive payroll team.

 

Skills and Experience

·Previous payroll or administration experience highly regarded

·Exposure to labour hire, recruitment, staffing, or high-volume environments advantageous

·Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies in timesheets or payroll data

·Exposure to PNG payroll processing and/or multi-country payroll environments highly regarded

·Strong organisational and time management skills

·Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

·Strong written and verbal communication skills

·Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

·Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

·Exposure to payroll systems or payroll legislation advantageous but not essential

 

Desirable Qualifications

  • Certificate IV in Payroll Administration
  • Knowledge of Single Touch Payroll (STP) and current ATO reporting requirements
  • Experience with PNG payroll legislation an reporting (advantageous)

Personal Attributes

  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
  • Naturally curious with an interest in systems and processes
  • Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines and work effectively under pressure
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders

 

Why Join Us?

At Brunel, you’ll be part of a global organisation that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive team culture and the opportunity to develop your skills within a dynamic payroll environment.

 

If you’re looking to grow your career within payroll, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Please email Tenin Traore at t.traore@brunel.net or Sheila Pillay at s.pillay@brunel.net with your resume, or click Apply Now to take the next step in your career with Brunel.

 

Company Overview

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which specialises in connecting highly skilled workers with projects and organisations throughout Australasia and around the world. Operating locally since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.