Working at Achieve is more than just a job.

Our team makes a real difference in people’s lives every day - and we make sure to support our staff too. We create a workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

We welcome people from all backgrounds because we know that different experiences, languages, and cultures help us better support our clients and make Achieve stronger.

We’re committed to making sure everyone can take part - whether that’s through physical access or by making sure people feel included in how things are done and how decisions are made.

Achieve Australia is a for purpose community organisation that provides services to people with disability and an NDIS- registered provider.

About the role:

The primary purpose of the Payroll Officer role is to ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of payroll and related activities for employees, while providing high-quality payroll support and advice to staff and stakeholders. The role is responsible for maintaining payroll data integrity, supporting statutory and reporting requirements, and ensuring adherence to organisational policies, award conditions, and legislative obligations.

Role Responsibilities:   

• Process payroll transactions in accordance with relevant award conditions and legislative requirements.
• Set up new employees in the payroll system and process changes to payment and employment conditions.
• Calculate and process termination payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Respond to payroll queries and email enquiries from employees and key internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain and update salary packaging records and other payroll-related data.
• Generate periodic payroll reports for internal management and external bodies as required.
• Participate in statutory payroll submissions and compliance reporting.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc payroll activities as requested.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as required within the team.
• Comply with all HR and Finance policies, procedures, and organisational guidelines, including statutory obligations such as OH&S, EEO, and Disability Discrimination legislation.  

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Attention to detail 
• High degree of competence using Payroll software; experience with MicrOpay is preferred  
• Ability to prioritise workload and multi-task 
• Excellent time management skills and highly organised  
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment
• High level of professional integrity and confidentiality
• Analytical and problem-solving ability  

Great employee benefits

• Salary packaging options mean you keep more of your take home pay before tax.
• Car leasing is another salary packaging option.
• Free personal and financial counselling for you and your family.
• Range of paid leave and flexible work arrangements.
• Support for a healthy lifestyle, access to fitness passport memberships and wellness programs.
• Regular training and support to succeed in your role, including paid induction for frontline staff.
• A strong record of promoting from within.

Achieve Australia takes safe hiring seriously.

We want to make sure the people we support are safe and well, and we expect all staff to help make that happen.

As part of applying for a job with us, you might need to go through some checks before you start. These could include things like:

• Reference checks
• National Police check
• NDIS Worker Check
• Working with Children check
• Verification of your right to work in Australia.

Please note that a criminal history does not automatically affect employment opportunities.

How to apply: 

To register your interest, please click ‘Apply Now’ and provide a resume. If you want to share a bit more about you, feel free to add a cover letter as well.

Accessibility and more information:

If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you apply, participate in the process and set you up for success, please reach out—we’re here to support you.

Reasonable adjustments are also available to support staff in their roles beyond recruitment.

If you’d like a copy of the role description, have questions about the role, or need help applying, please contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: Payroll Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs or call 02 9066 5550.

To learn more about Achieve Australia, visit our website: www.achieveaustralia.org.au