Payroll Officer

Job Description

The Payroll Officer will support accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across Minor Hotels’ Australian operations. Responsibilities may include preparing payroll files, maintaining employee records, processing new starters and terminations, managing leave and superannuation calculations, responding to payroll enquiries, and assisting with reconciliations and reporting. Candidates should have relevant payroll or finance experience, good knowledge of Australian employment legislation, tax, superannuation and awards, and strong attention to detail. Experience with payroll systems, HR platforms and Microsoft Excel is desirable. The role requires confidentiality, sound organisational skills, clear communication and the ability to meet strict deadlines while providing helpful service to employees and managers.

Company Info

Minor Hotels is a global hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across a wide range of destinations. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, Tivoli and Minor Hotels, covering luxury, lifestyle, business and extended-stay accommodation. In Australia and New Zealand, the company operates and supports properties under brands including Oaks, Avani and other Minor Hotels businesses. The corporate office provides shared services and professional support across areas such as finance, human resources, commercial operations, technology and hotel performance. Minor Hotels places importance on guest service, operational quality, teamwork and career development. A Payroll Officer in the ANZ corporate team would contribute to reliable employee pay processes and the smooth running of hotel and corporate operations.

Destination Guide

Australia is a large, multicultural country rather than a single island destination, with major employment centres in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and other regional cities. Hospitality offers opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism and corporate support functions such as payroll, finance and human resources. Workplace culture is generally professional, direct and team-oriented, with strong attention to safety, fairness and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from lively city living to relaxed coastal and regional communities, with excellent beaches, outdoor activities and diverse food. Most overseas applicants need a suitable work visa, such as an employer-sponsored visa or an eligible skilled, graduate or working holiday visa. Before relocating, confirm sponsorship, qualifications, tax file number, Medicare eligibility, accommodation costs and local transport. Sydney and Melbourne are expensive, while Brisbane and regional locations may offer lower living costs.