Payroll Officer

Cluey Learning is one of Australia's leading online tutoring providers, helping students build confidence and achieve their learning goals through personalised education.

We're passionate about making a difference in education, and behind our success is a team of talented people who bring energy, ideas and a collaborative spirit to everything they do.

We're looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join our Corporate Services team and help keep our payroll operations running seamlessly.

About the role

As our Payroll Officer, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day payroll function, ensuring our people are paid accurately, on time and in accordance with relevant legislative requirements.

You'll work closely with our People & Culture and Finance teams, playing an important role in delivering an efficient, compliant and positive payroll experience for our employees, tutors and instructors.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working autonomously, takes pride in accuracy and is always looking for ways to improve processes.

What you'll be doing

• Manage and process accurate and timely fortnightly and monthly payroll cycles, including new starters, employee changes and terminations.

• Maintain accurate employee payroll records, ensuring all information is up to date.

• Prepare and reconcile payroll-related obligations, including PAYG withholding, superannuation, payroll tax and workers' compensation.

• Ensure payroll processes comply with relevant Australian employment legislation, modern awards and statutory requirements.

• Respond to employee payroll enquiries professionally and efficiently.

• Process employee reimbursements, including Working with Children Checks and technology-related / mileage expenses.

• Administer employee benefits and payroll adjustments.

• Work collaboratively with People & Culture and Finance to identify and implement payroll process improvements, including opportunities to leverage AI and automation to boost productivity.

• Support additional payroll and finance activities as required.

What you'll bring

We're looking for someone who is proactive, organised and genuinely enjoys working with people and numbers.

Ideally, you'll have:

• At least 3 years' experience in an Australian payroll role.

• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation and payroll compliance.

• Experience using payroll systems such as ADP and Employment Hero (highly regarded).

• Experience implementing productivity improvements by leveraging AI tools, such as automating manual tasks, streamlining reconciliations or improving reporting (highly regarded).

• A high level of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality.

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet competing deadlines.

• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.

• A proactive mindset, with the confidence to work independently and collaboratively.

• A payroll, accounting or related qualification (desirable).

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid flexibility – Enjoy a balance of working from home and our Sydney CBD office.

• Birthday leave – Take an extra day off to celebrate you!

• A supportive team – Work alongside friendly, passionate people who genuinely enjoy what they do.

• A fun, social culture – Team events, celebrations and opportunities to connect.

• Employee perks – Access discounts on tutoring and holiday camps, plus wellbeing benefits.

• An opportunity to make an impact – Bring your ideas, improve processes and help shape how we work.