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Payroll Officer – Lyndoch Living, Warrnambool, VIC

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for numbers and payroll accuracy? We’re looking for a Payroll Officer to join our dynamic team at our Lyndoch Living facility in Warrnambool, Victoria. This is a full-time, permanent role. 

Who We Are:

As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care has been serving older Australians with compassion and high-quality care. Our mission is to give back to older people by creating communities of belonging and purpose.

We are growing rapidly, with 35 aged care homes and thousands of staff and residents across Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania, Queensland, and Western Australia. We also provide home care services and operate over 700 units across our retirement villages and independent living communities.

The Role:

The Payroll Officer is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for staff in line with company policies, awards, and agreements. You will support the administration of employee details, entitlements, and payroll documentation.

This role is based onsite at our Lyndoch Living facility in Warrnambool, VIC, and sits within a supportive and experienced team - ideal for someone looking to build or develop their career in payroll and administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end processing of company payroll

• Maintenance of payroll systems and employee records

• Responding to payroll queries from staff and managers

• Managing leave, sick, and overtime records

• Applying relevant awards and agreements

• Processing terminations and payroll adjustments

• Producing reports for internal and external stakeholders

• General payroll administration tasks

What You Will Need:

• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

• Completion of minimum Year 11 Certificate of Education

• Some experience in office administration

• Strong computer skills

To work with us, you must also meet the Aged Care Worker Screening requirements in line with aged care legislation.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and entitlements

• Salary packaging options (as a not-for-profit)

• Job security in a growing, purpose-driven organisation

• Career development and learning opportunities

• Discounts on private health insurance

• Meaningful work that makes a real impact

Our Purpose:

To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

Our Values:

• Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignity

• Care – Look after and protect the elderly, and each other

• Teamwork – Encourage, cooperate, and build trust

• Courage – Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult

• Integrity – Be open, honest, and trustworthy

• Innovation – Think differently to solve problems

• Excellence – Drive quality to continuously improve