Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer

MGC Civil

Location: Wangara Work Type: Full-time Work Setting: Onsite

MGC Civil is a leading Western Australian Civil Construction Company specialising in Commercial Retail & Land Development. Our services encompass Bulk & Detailed Earthworks, Underground Services, Commercial Drainage, Roads, Carparks & Hardscaping, and Retaining Walls. We are committed to innovative ideas, new approaches, and the continuous pursuit of improved business practices. Our core values – RESPECT, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, CAN-DO APPROACH, TEAM SPIRIT, and HAVE FUN – shape our culture, fostering a reputation for ethical behaviour and reliable project delivery.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Officer with a minimum of five years of end-to-end payroll processing experience and a strong accounting background. While formal qualifications are not essential, demonstrated practical expertise in payroll legislation, reconciliations, and financial processes is critical. This position demands a high level of attention to detail, robust compliance knowledge (particularly Australian payroll legislation), and the capacity to work independently within a structured finance environment. This role is available on either a full-time or part-time (pro-rata) basis.

Responsibilities

• Payroll
• End-to-end weekly payroll processing for three independent entities.
• Interpretation and application of Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements.
• Calculation and processing of:
• Superannuation
• PAYG withholding
• Overtime, allowances, bonuses
• Terminations and redundancy payments
• Payroll tax calculation and reconciliation
• STP (Single Touch Payroll) reporting and compliance.
• Processing leave accruals and adjustments.
• Processing portable long service leave.
• Processing weekly external labour hire timesheets.
• Maintaining live records.
• Managing onboarding and offboarding processes.

• Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure compliance with:
• Fair Work legislation
• ATO requirements
• Superannuation guarantee obligations
• Payroll tax legislation (WA Base)
• Preparation of:
• Payroll reconciliations (monthly and year-end)
• EOFY payroll reporting
• Workers compensation wage declarations
• Liaise with auditors and external stakeholders as required.

• Accounting & Reconciliations
• Process general ledger payroll journals.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations (wages payable, super payable, PAYG payable).
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Support accounts payable/receivable functions where required.
• Assist with budgeting and payroll forecasting.

The Person

• Essential
• A minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, including end-to-end processing.
• Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation.
• Experience with payroll systems such as MYOB and ACUMATICA.
• Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in reconciliations, formulas, and data validation.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage confidential information.

• Desirable
• An accounting background or hands-on experience in finance functions.
• Experience with new system implementation.
• Exposure to construction or award-based industries.

How to Apply

If this opportunity aligns with your profile, we encourage you to apply. Please click "Apply Now" to submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for this role.

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