About the role – Maximum Term Full Time Contract for 12 Months As a Senior Payroll Officer, you’ll play a critical role in delivering accurate, compliant and timely fortnightly payroll across the organisation. Acting as a subject matter expert, you’ll manage end-to-end payroll processing, oversee complex calculations and ensure data integrity across systems. You’ll provide trusted advice to managers and employees, support complex payroll matters, and coach Payroll Officers to build capability across the team. Working closely with the Manager, Payroll, you’ll also contribute to continuous improvement, strengthening payroll governance and ensuring compliance with awards, legislation and internal controls. About you: You’re an experienced payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, problem-solving and getting things right. With strong end-to-end payroll experience, you’re confident navigating complex calculations, awards and legislation, and you stay calm and focused under pressure. You enjoy being a go-to person for advice, value strong relationships with stakeholders, and take pride in supporting and mentoring others in the team. Above all, you bring a proactive, detail-driven approach and a genuine commitment to delivering a reliable, compliant payroll experience for employees. You will also have the following skills and experience: Qualifications at Diploma level will be viewed favourably (but not essential) Minimum 3 years’ experience in payroll functions Experience processing medium to large payroll from beginning to end Experience working in organisation with multiple awards and enterprise agreements Why work with us? Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself. You’ll also receive: A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Level 4) super Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 annually via Meal and Entertainment Card, and novated vehicle leasing. A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program. Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to Talent Acquisition at recruitment@baptistcaresa.org.au for a confidential discussion alternatively click on the Position Description below. All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people. Baptist Care SA is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptcare (VIC, TAS), to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
