Guardian Childcare and Education Careers

Payroll Processing Officer

Full-time Permanent
Guardian Early Learning Group, ,

Job no: 797459
Categories: Support Office
Posted: 11/11/2025 05:58 PM

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*This role can be based in Brisbane or Melbourne.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a payroll processing officer to join our energetic and collaborative team with the ability and willingness to undertake all aspects of payroll processing from end-to-end pay run process, backdated adjustment management, onboarding & offboarding, database maintenance and reporting in a full-time permanent position, within the payroll team either in our Brisbane office or Melbourne Office. 

Why Work at Guardian?

  • You’ll have meaningful work, within a company that is passionate about shaping the world of tomorrow through the children of today
  • A supportive environment that empowers you to thrive and gives you the autonomy, accountability and flexibility to shape your own success 
  • Growing company with career development opportunities
  • Childcare discounts
  • Hybrid working arrangements available

About the Role
This role will suit an experienced payroll officer who thrives within a busy environment. You’ll have the freedom to work autonomously within a supportive team and respectful environment.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager you’ll enjoy supporting the payroll processing team with:

  • End-to-end payroll processing
  • Backdated adjustments processing
  • Onboarding & Offboarding processes
  • Employee database checks and updates
  • Adhoc payruns
  • Reporting
  • Administration and adhoc duties as required

About You
You will be joining a fun and hardworking team who care deeply about the impact they have on the business and the people who are at its heart. You’ll be a real team player, with a ‘can do’ attitude.
You’ll also have:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a payroll support or high-volume administrative role.
  • Experience with Micropay or Humanforce (preferred).
  • Sound knowledge of payroll legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong data processing, organisational, time management, communication, and Microsoft Office (Excel) skills.
  • Detail-oriented, accountable, and proactive with a collaborative approach.

Apply now! If helping to create positive change excites you, we’d love to hear from you.

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children’s safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.
*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.

So, what are you waiting for?
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