Job description

Your New Company

Hays is partnering with a well-established and growing Australian manufacturing organisation seeking an experienced Payroll & Accounts Officer to join its finance team. Renowned for its commitment to operational excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement, this business offers a stable and supportive environment where employees are empowered to make a meaningful contribution.

Your New Role

This is a diverse position combining payroll administration with broader accounts and business support responsibilities. Working closely with the finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll and financial administration processes are completed accurately, efficiently and in line with compliance requirements. This position offers variety, autonomy and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing process improvements across the finance function.

What You'll Be Doing

End-to-end payroll processing and employee-related payments Maintaining payroll records and ensuring legislative compliance Processing reconciliations, journals and general accounts administration Supporting month-end reporting activities Managing company asset and fleet administration Coordinating supplier accounts, credit card reconciliations and related documentation Assisting with insurance and general business administration Maintaining accurate financial records and internal controls Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and efficiencies Supporting finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Need to Succeed

Previous experience in payroll and accounts administration Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements Experience using accounting and HRIS systems Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills Excellent organisational and time-management skills High attention to detail and accuracy

What You'll Get in Return

Permanent full-time opportunity Varied role across payroll, accounts and administration Supportive and collaborative team environment Stable and growing organisation Ongoing career development opportunities Onsite parking Competitive salary package

What You Need to Do Now

If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to or call 0404 305 351 for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in roles where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please click here to apply.