Payroll Officer
Save this job and keep your search organized
Create a free account to save jobs, create alerts and return to this listing from your dashboard.
By continuing, you agree to our Terms & Privacy Policy.
We are an Australian business seeking an experienced Payroll Officer based in the Philippines to take ownership of our end-to-end payroll operations and new starter onboarding. This is a fully remote role working closely with our Australian Finance and Operations teams.
The ideal candidate brings strong Australian payroll experience, a meticulous approach to compliance, and a drive to continually improve how things are done.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Operations
- Process weekly and fortnightly payroll cycles accurately and on time
- Manage complex calculations including bonuses, commissions and terminations
- Ensure all employees are paid correctly and in line with Australian legislation
Onboarding and HR Administration
- Draft employment contracts using approved templates and issue them to new starters for signing
- Set up new employees in Employment Hero, including onboarding workflows, pay details, superannuation and tax information
- Track onboarding progress and follow up on outstanding documentation so new starters are payroll-ready before their first pay run
- Maintain accurate employee records in Employment Hero for status changes and terminations
Compliance and Governance
- Ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation, Modern Awards and enterprise agreements
- Manage STP submissions, superannuation lodgements and payroll tax obligations
- Monitor legislative changes and update payroll practices accordingly
Reconciliations and Reporting
- Reconcile PAYG withholding and superannuation liability accounts
- Support month-end and year-end processes, including accruals
- Prepare payroll reports for finance, audit and external stakeholders such as the ATO
- Analyse payroll data to identify trends, discrepancies and cost optimisation opportunities
Systems and Process Improvement
- Maintain data integrity in Employment Hero through regular audits and troubleshooting
- Collaborate with finance to automate and streamline payroll and onboarding processes
- Recommend system enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with HR to ensure accurate inputs for new starters, terminations and changes
- Act as the key payroll advisor to finance, HR and senior leadership
About You
- Proven experience processing Australian payroll (essential)
- Hands-on experience with Employment Hero and Xero
- Solid understanding of Australian payroll legislation, Modern Awards, STP and superannuation
- Strong reconciliation skills across PAYG, superannuation, wages expense and payroll tax
- Experience preparing employment contracts or onboarding documentation (highly regarded)
- Advanced Excel skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Highly organised, proactive and able to work independently in a remote environment
- Degree in finance, accounting or a related discipline (desirable)
- Reliable internet connection and a dedicated home workspace
What We OffeGive me a job summary
- Fully remote role with autonomy and trust
- Competitive remuneration that reflects your expertise
- A collaborative team of experienced Australian finance and operations professionals
- Ongoing upskilling and opportunities for career progression
-
Payroll Officer
23 hours ago
pasig, metro manila, Philippines Dempsey Resource Management Inc. Full-timeResponsibilities Ensuring the accurate and timely processing of the monthly end to end payroll function Administering and calculating employee benefits, leave entitlements, commissions, or incentives including statutory awards, group benefits, termination payments Process payroll, including verifying timesheets, calculating employee benefits, and ensuring...
-
Payroll Officer
2 hours ago
santolan, pasig city, national capital region, ph, Metro Manila Bullseye Group of Companies Full-timeKey Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end payroll processing for employees, ensuring accuracy and timely release of salaries. Review and validate attendance, timekeeping, overtime, leave, undertime, absences, incentives, allowances, and other payroll adjustments. Calculate employee salaries, deductions, benefits, incentives, and other payroll-related...
-
Payroll Officer
2 days ago
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines Outsourced Remote Full-time ₱360,000 - ₱480,000 ContractUs: Outsourced is a leading Philippines outsourcing company providing dedicated remote staff and offshore staffing services. We specialise in providing staff of the highest quality who will continue to exceed your expectations and provide benchmark offshore solutions to your business. With Outsourced you can scale your organisation quickly, easily and cost...
-
Payroll Officer
3 days ago
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines Outsourced Quality Assured Services Pty Remote Full-time ₱300,000 - ₱420,000 ContractPayroll Officer Full Time Employee Job Summary support the business with high-volume timesheet processing and broader payroll administration. Job Description About the Client: An established Australian repair and maintenance business supporting the mining and heavy equipment sectors. Established in 1993, the company operates workshops in Mackay and Dysart...
-
Payroll Officer
3 days ago
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines Outsourced Global Staff Remote Full-time ₱300,000 - ₱480,000 ContractPayroll Officer Full Time Employee Job Summary support the business with high-volume timesheet processing and broader payroll administration. Job Description About Us: Outsourced is a leading Philippines outsourcing company providing dedicated remote staff and offshore staffing services. We specialise in providing staff of the highest quality who will...
-
Offboarding & Payroll Officer
23 hours ago
pasig, metro manila, Philippines City Savings Bank, Inc. Full-timeJOB ACCOUNTABILITY: The Offboarding & Payroll Officer is a key member of the HR Payroll Administration Unit. This role is in charge of the end-to-end employee offboarding process for resignations, retirements, and terminations, as well as handling essential payroll bookkeeping duties. The officer ensures that all offboarding procedures, financial...
-
Offboarding and Payroll Officer
1 day ago
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines City Savings Bank, Inc. Full-time ₱360,000 - ₱600,000 ContractThe Offboarding & Payroll Officer is a key member of the HR Payroll Administration Unit. This role is in charge of the end-to-end employee offboarding process for resignations, retirements, and terminations, as well as handling essential payroll bookkeeping duties. The officer ensures that all offboarding procedures, financial computations, and ledger...
-
Senior Payroll Officer
2 days ago
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines Acquire.AI Full-time ₱558,000 - ₱781,000 Contract## Senior Payroll OfficerApply: Pasig City: Full time: Posted Today: R12860We’re an award-winning global outsourcer providing contact center and back office services on behalf of our global clients. Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!We’re an award-winning global...
-
Payroll Officer
2 days ago
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines Employment Hero Remote Full-time ₱600,000 - ₱800,000 ContractWho We Are Employment Hero is on a mission to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone around the world. Our Employment Operating System brings hiring, HR, payroll and benefits into an all-in-one solution. Since launching in 2014, we've grown from startup to global scale, reaching a valuation of over $2 billion and building a presence across six...
-
Payroll Officer
4 days ago
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines Outsourced Quality Assured Services Inc. (ISO Certified) Remote Full-time ₱279,000 - ₱446,000 ContractAbout Us Outsourced is a leading Philippines outsourcing company providing dedicated remote staff and offshore staffing services. We specialise in providing staff of the highest quality who will continue to exceed your expectations and provide benchmark offshore solutions to your business. With Outsourced you can scale your organisation quickly, easily and...