Payroll Officer

ALDI. Good Different.

With roots dating back to 1913, ALDI is proud to make a real difference to people across the world by offering top quality products for low prices. ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 6 states.

If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI you know we are not your average supermarket.  We’re also not your average employer. ALDI is a place where you’ll find good people, good purpose and good opportunities, so you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and have a rewarding career.

It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.

Looking for a good different change? Join the ALDI National Payroll team as a Payroll Officer at our head office in Minchinbury, NSW.  This is a fixed term position until 31 December 2025.

This role is integral to the efficient operation of the ALDI Payroll department, reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, this role will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of payroll for employees working in stores and warehouses nationally. We are looking for an experienced, proactive and motivated payroll professional to join our dynamic, fast-paced team.

What does the role look like? 

• Day to day execution of a fortnightly payroll for 1700+ employees
• Calculation and processing of payroll related payments for PAYG tax, authorised payroll deductions, superannuation, parental leave, GPPL, Long Service Leave and manual payments
• Set up of new starters, maintain employee records, processing contract changes and calculation of terminations
• Respond to and resolve payroll enquiries in an accurate and customer centric manner with internal stakeholder at various levels
• Provide advice regarding NES, Fair Work, and any other relevant payroll legislation (including ALDI internal policies and enterprise agreements)
• Administer the payroll inbox and action all requests and queries or escalate accordingly

What we need from you?

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar payroll role
• Previous experience in Chris21/iChris highly regarded
• Previous experience with a large time & attendance system highly regarded
• Sound knowledge in onboarding, terminations and calculating LSL payments
• Exceptional attention to detail and great time management skills
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What’s in it for you?

• Transparent tiered salary range of $93,600 - $104,000*
• 5 weeks paid annual leave
• Structured training plan from day 1
• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work
• Support during life’s most important moments including up to 5 days paid compassionate leave, natural disaster leave, emergency services leave etc
• An Employee Assistance Program that you and your immediate family can use which is 100% free and confidential
• Take advantage of complimentary access to free on-site physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles
• Access to wellness programs such as discounted gym memberships, discounted health insurance and more
• Opportunities to contribute to companywide projects, move laterally into other roles in the business and embark on international assignments
• Be part of a company with purpose - we’re committed to sustainability for our planet, positively impacting our communities, supporting our farmers and suppliers and giving our customers a richer life for less
• Working with a retailer who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice (as voted in 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018)

*Includes superannuation. Remuneration varies depending on location and experience.