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Payroll Officer / Accounts Officer / Office Support

Ref: JO-2601-358665

  • Environment: In-office
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Starts: 2026-03-09
  • Duration: fulltime
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Payroll Officer / Accounts Officer / Office Support

We are seeking a highly adaptable Payroll Officer / Accounts Officer / Office Support professional to join a leading Global Rail Construction company that has newly established major rail project about to commence in Sydney. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a start-up project environment, where processes are being built and flexibility is essential.

This role will suit a proactive, hands-on individual who thrives in ambiguous environments, enjoys problem-solving, and is willing to support across payroll, accounts, and general office operations as required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • End-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, timesheets, allowances, and variations
  • Support accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, reconciliations, and expense processing
  • Assist with project start-up administration, including systems, procedures, and record keeping
  • Provide general office and administrative support to the project team
  • Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and external service providers
  • Identify issues, troubleshoot problems, and help establish efficient processes
  • Support ad-hoc tasks as the project evolves

Selection Criteria:

· Experience in payroll and/or accounts administration (end-to-end payroll experience preferred)

· Strong understanding of Australian payroll requirements (awards, superannuation, PAYG)

· Previous experience in a project, construction, engineering, or rail environment highly regarded

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up or evolving environment

· Strong problem-solving skills with a flexible, can-do attitude

· High level of attention to detail and organisational skills

· Confident communicator with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders

· Proficiency in MS Office and payroll/accounting systems

What is on offer:

· Opportunity to join a stable growth company and start on project from Day one.

· Varied role with exposure across payroll, finance, and project operations

· Supportive and collaborative team environment

· Competitive salary based on experience

How to apply

To apply online, please click the link below. For a confidential discussion, please contact Toni Jacobson on 0429 841 882.

We’re proud to have won the Best Mid-Sized Recruitment Company to Work For at the 2023 TIARA Recruitment Awards, and to have been finalists, for the second year in a row, in the Client Service and Recruitment Leader of the Year categories! At Salt, our mission is Creating Futures by putting our clients, candidates, partners, and team members at the heart of everything we do. We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who has contributed to our continued success.

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Payroll Officer / Accounts Officer / Office Support

  • Australia, Sydney
  • Accounting & Finance, Business Operations & HR
  • A$110,000.00 - A$120,000.00 per annum
  • In-office
  • Permanent

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Payroll Officer / Accounts Officer / Office Support

  • Australia, Sydney
  • Accounting & Finance, Business Operations & HR
  • A$110,000.00 - A$120,000.00 per annum
  • In-office
  • Permanent

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