payroll officer

Why join us?

We’re a global tech company, just not the kind you’re picturing. Sure, we’ve got catered lunches, team events, cool merch, and yes... dogs in the office. But that’s not why people join.

Our team of nearly a thousand people wakes up every day to make our product and our customers’ lives better. At SafetyCulture, you’ll hear “yes, let’s give it a shot” more often than “that’s not how we do things here.”

People join because we’re building tools that make work better for the 3 billion people who keep the world moving - factory floor operators, baggage handlers, truck drivers, servers, store assistants. The ones who make things happen. We’ve got the scale and innovation you’d expect from big tech. The difference? No endless layers of sign-off. No corporate theatre. Just smart, experienced people solving real problems fast.

The scale is big. But the ownership’s personal. Every full-time team member gets equity - real skin in the game. When we grow, you do too. We’re not perfect, no company is. But this next chapter of our growth is about scaling with intelligence, not just size - fueled by operational maturity, a clear vision, and a strong focus on AI.

This is big tech impact, without the big tech ick. If that excites you more than it scares you, you’ll fit right in.

As SafetyCulture continues to rapidly scale a newly created opportunity has arisen for a hands on and commercially astute Payroll Officer to join our finance team. This is a unique opportunity to join the finance team for one of the worlds fastest growing global SaaS companies and Australian owned Tech unicorns. This would be an incredible opportunity for a Payroll officer looking to take the next step in their career as we continue to grow our global operations. Joining a high performing team, you will be comfortable to roll up your sleeves and the day to day in addition to driving key project.

What will I be doing?

• Support pre-payroll administrative activities across US/AU/UK pay cycles, ensuring payroll inputs are complete, accurate, and submitted within required timelines.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll data, including starters, changes, and leavers, ensuring data integrity across payroll and HR systems.
• Monitor, validate, and follow up on timesheet submissions and leave approvals to ensure payroll readiness and minimise late or incorrect payments.
• Support end-to-end payroll processing across assigned regions, ensuring accurate and timely payment in compliance with local legislation and company policies.
• Act as the first point of contact for Level 1 payroll queries via the Payroll inbox and Finance Helpdesk, providing timely and clear responses to employees and stakeholders.
• Support month-end and year-end payroll activities, including reconciliations, reporting, and audit preparation.
• Assist with ad hoc payroll administration and process improvement initiatives as required to support business and team needs.
  
  

What do I need?

• 2–3 years’ payroll experience; exposure to global or high-growth environments is desirable.
• Degree in Accounting, Business, HR, or related field preferred, with strong numerical skills.
• High Attention to detail and ability to prioritize different tasks
• Customer centric approach and strong communication skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in a global payroll environment or high growth technology business. (Desirable not essential)
• High integrity and discretion, handling sensitive information with tact and empathy.
• Proactive and improvement-oriented, identifying issues and driving better payroll outcomes.
• Experience with Employment Hero is desirable but not essential.
  
  

Why SafetyCulture?

• More than a job! We look after our people through
• Equity with high growth potential, and a competitive salary
• With flexible working arrangements, we encourage you to create the best work blend while working from your home and the local SafetyCulture office
• Access to professional and personal training and development opportunities; Hackathons, Workshops, Lunch & Learns
• We encourage involvement in the community, open source work, attending talks and events, and experimenting with new technologies.
  
  

We’re committed to building inclusive teams and cultivating a sense of belonging so our people can bring their whole authentic selves to work each day. We seek to make reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process to create an even playing field for all candidates. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the entire SafetyCulture team we’ve built an incredible culture which has seen us recognised as a Best Place to Work in Australia , the US and the UK.

Even if you dont meet every requirement listed in the ad, please consider applying for this role. We prioritise inclusion and value individuals with potential over a checklist of qualifications. Dont rule yourself out, hit that apply button if this job resonates with you

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