Location: North Sydney, 2 days in the office Length: Full time, temporary position for 2-months Hourly Rate: Up to $42 per hour super THE COMPANY Lotus People are thrilled to be partnering with a dynamic and values-led not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Recognised for its supportive workplace culture and commitment to continuous improvement, the organisation provides a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and your career can thrive. THE ROLE In this integral position, you’ll manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring compliance with relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and legislation. You’ll handle complex calculations, including allowances, leave, overtime, redundancies, and superannuation payments. With a focus on accuracy and efficiency, you’ll also provide timely payroll reports and respond to a variety of employee queries. DUTIES Maintain accurate employee payroll records in line with legislation, Awards, and Enterprise Agreements Process payroll adjustments including allowances, overtime, penalty rates, and deductions Perform manual calculations and integrations across systems, including ETPs and redundancies Manage superannuation payments, including self-managed funds Administer overpayment recovery processes and year-to-date adjustments Prepare payroll reports and respond to internal queries in a timely and professional manner Stay updated on changes to taxation, superannuation, and employment legislation Ensure compliance with Fair Work Act requirements and internal policies SKILLS & EXPERIENCE You’ll bring 2–3 years of payroll processing experience. You’re detail-oriented, thrive under deadlines, and deliver exceptional customer service. Key Requirements: Experience with time and attendance systems and manual timesheets Experience with iChris or Chris21 payroll systems Excel skills Minimum 2 years experience with payroll Strong communication and organisational skills Our Recruitment Process At Lotus People, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process. Every application we receive is reviewed by a real person, never by AI. If your experience aligns with the requirements of the role, a consultant will be in touch within 2–3 business days for an initial phone screen. Shortlisted candidates will then progress to a virtual interview with the consultant managing the role. Due to the volume of applications and the specific nature of our briefs, we are unable to take telephone enquiries prior to receiving an application. We kindly ask that all interested candidates apply online and await further contact. Rest assured, we respond to every applicant, regardless of the outcome. Lotus People are proud to have been awarded Best Agency for Candidate Experience for six consecutive years. We look forward to providing you with a positive and respectful experience.
