Payroll Officer

About Swissport

Swissport is a worldwide leader in aviation services, providing ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services to over 300 million travelers each year. Our mission centers on delivering consistent, customized solutions globally to enhance the customer experience. Our core values—Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team—are what set us apart.

Job Summary

As a Payroll Officer reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will play a vital role within a medium-sized team tasked with accurately and punctually processing payrolls for approximately 5,000 employees on a fortnightly schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete payroll process end-to-end.
• Assist in interpreting and applying required payroll changes.
• Support the implementation and updating of payroll systems.
• Help develop and document strong payroll processes and systems.
• Maintain payroll filing and archiving accurately.
• Address and resolve payroll-related queries efficiently and promptly.
• Prepare payroll for fortnightly pay cycles.
• Process workers' compensation claims and payments.
• Handle monthly journal entries as necessary.
• Perform reconciliations for the Payroll General Ledger.
• Carry out any additional duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of two years' experience in payroll is essential.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in business communication and relationship building with stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in task completion.
• Capability to interpret employment agreements correctly.
• Basic accounting knowledge is required.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel for reporting tasks.

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time employment.
• Competitive salary package.
• Onsite parking facilities for employees.
• Potential for professional growth and career progression.
• Entitlement to annual and personal leave accruals.
• Comprehensive training with ongoing support throughout your employment.

Equal Opportunity

Swissport is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We invite all qualified candidates to apply and join us in connecting the world of aviation.