Payroll Officer

At Costa Group, we believe in cultivating not only the finest produce but also the finest talent. We're committed to creating a work environment where our employees can thrive, grow, and be recognized for their contributions.

• Why Costa Group?

When you join our team, you can look forward to a range of competitive benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being :

• What We Offer
• Competitive Salary
• Be rewarded for your hard work with a salary that reflects your talent and dedication.
• Reward & Recognition
• Your contributions will be recognised and celebrated, because we value your efforts.
• Employee Discounts -
• Enjoy exclusive discounts on a range of products and services.
• Novated Lease Program
• Save on vehicle costs with our novated lease options.
• Employee Banking Solutions
• Access exclusive banking offers designed to support your financial wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• We're here to support you and your family with professional advice and wellbeing resources.
• Paid Parental Leave for both parents
• Take the time you need to welcome a new addition to your family with full support.
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Balance your career and personal life with flexibility that suits your lifestyle.
• Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?
• 1. Primary Objective of Position

The Payroll Officer is a critical role responsible for the seamless execution of weekly payroll. Processing end to end weekly pay run, the role ensures accurate and timely payroll delivery. Maintain accuracy and integrity of payroll system data, and to assist staff and management with all payroll related queries.

• 2. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
• Accountability and Responsibilities
• Role Duties
• Coordinate and prepare end to end payroll-processing, maintenance, enquiries, reporting and balancing tasks to specific deadlines.
• Provide exceptional customer service to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Assisting in processing new starters, terminations etc
• End of month reporting and reconciliation.
• Ensure that key payroll functions comply with relevant statutory and legislative requirements including timely processing of Child Support and Superannuation payment.
• Provide advice and calculate leave entitlements based on relevant leave legislation.
• Maintain company payroll records in an accurate and confidential manner.
• Provide accurate reporting in relation to payroll related issues.
• Provide assistance and support on key department activities, initiatives, and projects.
• Ad-hoc duties as required.
• Support the HR in achieving the desired results in all aspects of producing an accurate weekly payroll.
• Workplace Health and Safety
• Responsibility for supporting and complying with the Costa Group Work Health and Safety Policy, including the maintenance of a safe and healthy workplace for the protection of all employees.
• Report immediately any incidents, injuries and hazards and participate in hazard identification, risk assessment, implementation of controls and monitoring and evaluation of processes
• Take reasonable care of his / her own health and safety and for the safety of others who may be affected by his / her acts or omissions at work.
• Work in accordance with the policies and procedures of Costa Group, as amended from time to time
• Obey all reasonable instructions to protect his / her own health and safety, and the health and safety of others
• Be unaffected by alcohol or drugs
• Perform only those procedures or tasks for which he / she has received appropriate training and instructions.
• Food Safety and Quality
• Supporting and complying with all of Costa's food safety and quality related policies and procedures, as amended from time to time
• Demonstrating good personal hygiene practices and use of personal protective equipment
• Handling all produce, using and maintaining all equipment, in a manner that does not compromise food safety & quality
• Immediately reporting, in line with your area of responsibility, any food safety and quality hazards, incidents or near misses to your supervisor or manager
• Leading by example, your behaviour and decisions make the difference, ask for clarification if you are not sure
• Company Values
• Responsible for ensuring that your work practices are consistent with company principles
• Ensure that behaviours outlined in Costa Group vision and values are fostered and practiced
• a) Core Values
• Determination
• acting decisively and with a sense of urgency
• Passion
• challenging the status quo and acting with energy and enthusiasm
• Accountability
• focusing on outcomes and delivering on commitments
• Sincerity
• acting bolding in an open, honest, and responsible manner
• Respect
• treating others as we expect to be treated in attitude, communication, and personal safety