Payroll & Administration Officer

About Perth Racing

Perth Racing (the trading name of the Western Australian Turf Club) is the premier thoroughbred racing club in WA, operating both Ascot and Belmont Park racecourses. As a multi-faceted racing, entertainment and event business, we stage more than 100 race meetings per year, including the high-profile Melbourne Cup Day, Perth Cup, The Quokka and The Pinnacles series.

About this Role

This position reports to the Finance Supervisor and is responsible for performing the payroll function and providing essential administrative support across the finance and accounting functions.

This opportunity is being offered on a full time basis (38 hours a week).

We are seeking a highly organised and efficient individual with a meticulous eye for detail who is keen to work in a finance-based role and be a key member of the Finance Team.

Primary duties

The Payroll & Administration Officer undertakes the following duties and responsibilities:

• Accurate and timely weekly payroll processing, including data entry and processing activities.

• Handle confidential employee payroll data

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records

• Act as a contact for payroll questions, providing timely and effective solutions to employees and stakeholders.

• Assist with ensuring payroll compliance with all legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

• Collaborate with other departments to support financial and operational goals.

 Skills and Experience

• Tertiary education (desirable)

• Payroll Qualification (advantageous)

• 1-2 years' experience in all aspects of payroll administration (essential)

• In depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, in particular, Excel (essential)

• Experience in the use of Excel spreadsheets

• Experience in Attaché and Time Target (advantageous)

Why Perth Racing?

Perth Racing is a vibrant and highly supportive organisation with a proud history and an exciting future. We offer a diverse working environment, an inclusive culture and significant opportunity for professional growth and development. 

We offer free on-site car parking, complimentary admission tickets for Race Day Events and other employee discounts.  Our Employee Recognition Program celebrates individual and team success.  Perth Racing also supports flexible working arrangements.

Apply now

Applications should be addressed to the Finance Supervisor - please include a CV and cover letter outlining why you feel you’d be the ideal candidate for this role.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted by telephone by our People & Culture team. We would like to thank all other applicants for their interest in Perth Racing.

Only candidates with current and valid working rights for Australia will be considered.