Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer role with Coal LSL—own end-to-end payroll, flexible WFH, supportive team, and meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.

Payroll Officer
Newcastle, NSW | Full-time | Hybrid working arrangements | Attractive Salary Packaging

About Coal LSL
Coal LSL is an Australian Government corporation that manages long service leave entitlements for the black coal mining industry, delivering meaningful impact for workers across Australia.

About the Role
Join Coal LSL as a Payroll Officer and take ownership of end-to-end payroll.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring payroll is processed accurately, efficiently, and on time, while supporting the broader Finance team.
Key responsibilities:

• End-to-end fortnightly payroll processing
• Maintain payroll data integrity across systems
• Process compliance obligations (STP, superannuation, banking files)
• Perform payroll reconciliations and reporting
• Act as a key payroll SME across the business
• Contribute to system improvements and process enhancements

About You
You’re a detail-driven payroll professional who enjoys ownership and working in a collaborative environment.

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years of experience in end-to-end payroll
• Experience with compliance lodgements (super, STP, TFN, etc.)
• Experience using iChris/Chris21
• Solid experience with the Microsoft Office suite
• High attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Join Coal LSL?

• Supportive, collaborative team culture
•  Purpose-driven organisation supporting coal industry workers
• Flexible work options (up to 2 days WFH and a 9-day fortnight)
• Opportunity to own and lead payroll processes
• Exposure to broader finance functions and projects

Next Steps:
  
If you have the relevant experience and would be interested in finding out more, apply now with your up-to-date CV or reach out to Germaine at germaine@vervepartners.com.au for a confidential chat.
  
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