Senior Payroll Officer

About Us

CEA is an Australian Commonwealth company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phased array radar systems. The company’s design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensures innovative thinking, technological skill, and quality fabrication.

Our programs include the ANZAC and Hunter Class frigates and air defence applications for Army and Air Force, and Range applications. Through our longstanding and ongoing collaboration with Defence, CEA Technologies has undertaken research and development into all aspects of active electronically scanned array technologies. This has resulted in the creation of a highly modular and scalable product suite, which have become integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.

The Position

We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll officer to join our growing Payroll team. This opportunity will suit an inquisitive Senior Payroll Officer who enjoys investigating concerns, problem solving and collaborating with payroll team members to ensure efficient payroll processing.

As the Senior Payroll Officer you will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of complex company payrolls and manage key interactions with external agencies. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to take ownership of payroll operations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll processing including preparation and transfer to employee bank accounts.

• Prepare and reconcile superannuation, PAYG, and work cover levies.

• Processing leave requests including long service leave and other entitlements and maintaining leave records.

• Processing salary sacrifice arrangements in respect to payroll.

• Generate and analyse payroll data reports and effectively communicate findings.

• Assist in preparing the annual return and monitor claims for the group life salary continuance insurance and state work cover insurance.

• Prepare all payroll associated returns and surveys as required.

• Respond to complex employee queries regarding pay, leave and related terms and conditions of employment.

• Assist in reviews and re-development of the core payroll processes as required.

• Assist in preparing responses to annual audits

• Assist the Payroll Manager in capability uplift of Payroll team

Our Benefits

• Six weeks of paid annual leave per year

• Superannuation of 14.0%

• Free car parking

• Paid parental, compassionate, defence reserve & voluntary emergency services leave

• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs

• Access to health insurance for the defence community, partners and families

• Salary packaging for novated leasing

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Our Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in payroll processing (preferably in Private Sector).

• Minimum Certificate IV in Payroll Administration (or similar).

• Understanding of Applicable Payroll Legislation and Awards Advanced

• Microsoft Excel & Word Intermediate Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret and apply legislation.

• Proven ability to provide mentoring and support to Payroll team.

• Highly developed communication skills, time management and organisational skills.

• Meticulous attention to detail and data accuracy.

• Ability to cope with organisational change and demonstrate a high level of personal drive.

Eligibility

• An Australian Citizen;

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance – Baseline.

To find out more about our Citizenship and Nationality requirements, please visit www.cea.com.au

How to apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below. Please include a current copy of your resume and complete the screening questions. Applications without these elements will not be considered.

CEA encourages the submissions of early applications as we may review, short-list and/or conduct interviews for this role prior to the closing date.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA

CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality.

We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

For information on Equal Employment Opportunity & Privacy or Security & Citizenship requirements please visit www.cea.com.au/opportunities-at-cea

Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. You can also email ***********@cea.com.au for a confidential discussion.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted