Payroll Coordinator (Remote)

Payroll Coordinator | Lumia Care Group | Australia

Lumia Care is a leading innovator in Australian Healthcare. Comprising of nine organisations with a 65-year heritage across various healthcare sectors. With a substantial staffing base and national presence, we’re on a trajectory of significant growth. We champion an inclusive, values-driven workplace, respecting our diverse team and the communities we serve. If you have a passion for healthcare and making a difference, Lumia Care is where you belong. 

About the position: 

We are looking for an enthusiastic Payroll Coordinator who can support a dynamic and growing team. The Payroll Coordinator performs a critical role in the Finance team ensuring that staff are paid accurately, on time, and according to the correct award.

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Coordinator to join our payroll team and get involved with our company’s payroll processing and associated functions. The selected candidate will administer benefits, prepare reports, ensure legal compliance, and process payroll. The preferred candidate should possess good communication skills, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in payroll software

We are offering a competitive salary, a supportive and friendly team environment, and opportunities for career progression. 

At this point we will need someone who can come into office 5 days a week. 

Selection Criteria: 

• Proven experience in using multiple payroll and T&A systems (experience in Payroll Metrics highly desired) 
• Previous experience in running pays (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) 
• Previous end to end payroll experience (minimum 3-5 years) including but not limited to: 
• New Employees, Terminations 
• Single Touch Payroll (STP) 
• Redundancies, deed, settlements 
• Variations to Employment 
• Leave Processing/Deductions/Allowances/bonuses/Choice of Super 
• Statutory Third Party Payments/Management (i.e. Payroll Tax, Super, Workcover, Centrelink, PAYG Remittance); 
• Overpayment/Underpayment calculations/management (including investigating, reconciling, calculations, reporting) 
• Salary Packaging Processing 
• Remittance of all payroll related transactions (i.e. EFT, Super, Payroll Tax, PAYG); 
• Month End/ Year End reconciliations 
• Previous Award/Contractual Interpretation 
• Query management / resolution / Customer Service 
• Ability to work autonomously or in a team, attention to detail/accuracy, ability to problem solve 
• Liaising with Senior Management/Clients as well as employees 
• Payroll legislation & award knowledge 
• Experience working autonomously within a complex environment 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet payroll deadlines 
• Client/Key Stakeholder Engagement 

Attributes for a successful candidate: 

• 3-5 years’ payroll experience is highly regarded, preferably within a health services organisation
• A competent understanding of aged care and disability awards such as SCHADS and Nurses Award would be highly regarded
• Proficiency with payroll processing software (we primarily use KeyPay, Xero and Entire)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent multitasking skills
• Highly developed attention to detail
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work with confidential information
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Ability to work under pressure 

To Apply: 

Please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. 

For a  copy of the position description, please call Naomi on 0424 504 020 or email naomi@meditechstaffing.com.au

If you have any requirements for the interview (e.g. mobility access, or other adjustments), please let us know in advance so accessibility arrangements can be made. 

Lumia Care are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applications from all diverse groups and backgrounds. 

No agencies please. 

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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