Payroll Officer

Shape the future of payroll at Strait Link We’re looking for a skilled Payroll Officer who thrives in complexity, cares about accuracy, and wants to be part of a fast-moving, high-performing finance team for a 12 Month Fixed-Term contract . If you love problem-solving, interpreting EBAs, improving processes, and owning your work end-to-end — you’ll fit right in. This role is hands‑on, detail‑driven, and central to ensuring our people are paid correctly and confidently. About the Company Strait Link has a proud history as a vital link in the supply chain between Tasmania and the Australian mainland. As an end‑to‑end logistics provider, everyday our people – on our vessels, at ports, at our depots and warehouses, and in our trucks and offices – play a vital role connecting Tasmanian businesses and communities. Through daily sea freight services between Port of Melbourne in Victoria and Port of Burnie in Tasmania, our world‑class ships connect the Tasmanian economy and communities with customers, suppliers and markets across Australia and, in turn, the world. About the Role In this fixed‑term role, you’ll manage the accurate and timely processing of weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls , covering multiple EBAs and local agreements. You’ll ensure legislative compliance, prepare key payroll‑related reporting, and support taxation and superannuation submissions. You’ll partner closely with the Payroll Manager and the broader finance team, contributing to continuous improvement, reducing manual processes, and strengthening payroll controls and efficiency. This role is a Fixed‑Term 12‑Month Contract. What You’ll Be Doing End‑to‑end processing of complex payroll cycles across multiple EBAs and awards. Coordinating payroll activities with the Payroll Manager to ensure accuracy and compliance. Managing PAYG, Payroll Tax, Superannuation, LSL, Workers Compensation and termination calculations. Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual payroll functions alongside Finance. Responding to payroll queries from employees and key stakeholders. Producing accurate, timely and detailed reporting (ABS, GL reconciliation, discrepancies, etc.). Identifying and recommending improvements to payroll systems and processes. Supporting WHS objectives and contributing to an injury‑free working environment. About You You’re a seasoned, hands‑on payroll professional who can balance detail, deadlines, and complexity with ease. You enjoy working autonomously but collaborate effectively across teams. You’re proactive, organised, agile and solutions‑focused – someone who can step up, guide others, and keep things moving when deadlines are tight. Strong experience processing complex payroll and interpreting multiple EBAs. Experience with integrated HR/Payroll systems (Preceda/Dayforce exposure a bonus). Excellent accuracy, time management and problem‑solving skills. Solid knowledge of all payroll‑related legislation and compliance. A structured yet adaptable approach, and an eye for process improvement. Strong people skills and the ability to build rapport at all levels. Ability to work independently or as part of an experienced payroll team. Ready to take the next step? If you’re motivated, detail‑driven and want to contribute to a strong and supportive Finance team, we’d love to hear from you. An inclusive workplace, works for everyone We celebrate difference. At Strait Link we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. If you need additional support to be your best self during the application process, please let us know. We appreciate your understanding that we are not accepting applications or CVs from agencies. For any queries, please email . #J-18808-Ljbffr