Payroll Officer

About us..

Keolis Downer is Australia's largest private provider of multi-modal public transport, delivering over 210 million passenger trips each year.

As the proud operator of Newcastle Transport, we aim to deliver the best possible integrated transport solution for the people of Newcastle and eastern Lake Macquarie.

At Keolis Downer Hunter (KD) we aim to provide of safe, high quality, reliable and cost-efficient passenger transport services to customers, community, and client within the contract region.

What you'll do..

• Assist with process payroll, ensuring all employee payments, deductions, and entitlements are calculated correctly when directed by Senior Payroll Officer.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity in payroll systems.
• Prepare and distribute payslips to employees in a timely manner.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters.
• Collaborate closely with HR and Finance departments.
• Stay abreast of changes in payroll legislation, taxation requirements, and employment regulations. 
• Assist in payroll-related audits by providing documentation, explanations, and support to auditors and EOF processing as needed.
• Management of lost property in accordance with the lost property policy and procedure. 
• Providing a high level of customer service for all face to face and phone enquiries. 
• Adoc administrational duties as directed. 

About you..

• Any related certificate or qualification in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field and proven experience and/or exposure with Payroll tasks or similar administration responsibilities.
• Understanding of payroll processes and legislation, taxation requirements, and employment laws to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Effective organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities within established deadlines.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• High ethical standards. 
• You are proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, and in particular Excel.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development. 

Why it's worth it..

The Keolis Downer culture encourages and rewards employees who work effectively and deliver innovative value creation solutions to the business.

You will be provided training and development within this position and apple opportunity for future progression. 

You will be a part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team who deliver the best possible integrated transport solution for Newcastle and eastern Lake Macquarie.  

Interested?

Keolis Downer Hunter are committed to a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects our community and customers.   

This role is being sourced directly by Keolis Downer.  We respectfully request no agency approaches.

As part of the recruitment processes at Keolis Downer Hunter, job applicants may be required to provide a National Police Certificate and undertake a pre -employment medical examination. 

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter and a resume.