Introduction

Founded in Japan in 1980 and established in Australia in 2013, MUJI is a global brand dedicated to quality and environmental sustainability. We focus on contributing to a simple, pleasant life and society by creating products that can be used universally by customers who value simplicity and beauty. This commitment defines our path forward, and we invite you to join us as we work together toward a more sustainable and thoughtful future.

Our Values and Benefits

Our foundation is built on four core values: kindness, innovation, simplicity and sustainability. In the spirit of Kaizen, we foster a culture of continuous improvement, where we consistently refine our processes and empower our people to grow with the business. To support this, we offer:

- Competitive Pay: We offer attractive and competitive pay that consistently match or exceed market rates, providing financial peace of mind and consistency.
- Attractive Performance-Based Rewards: We recognise excellence through our annual performance incentives program where eligible employees can earn a discretionary bonus of up to 15% depending on their role, individual achievements and company performance.
- Exclusive Staff and Family Discounts: Access employee and family discounts on our product range, making it easier to integrate a simpler and more sustainable lifestyle into your own home.
- Adaptable Hybrid Work Options: For eligible roles, we offer a hybrid work environment with 2 days to work from home each week, promoting flexibility and ensuring an ideal work/life balance.
- Career Progression Opportunities: We prioritise promoting from within, offering clear career pathways and progression opportunities for team members who want to grow their career with us.
- Ongoing Learning and Development: In the spirit of Kaizen, we empower our people to seek out learning opportunities. Whether it’s a new skill, certification or short course, we'll back you all the way because your growth fuels ours.
- Wellbeing Support: We are with you through life's up and down. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)



is one of the ways we invest in your wellbeing - offering you and your loved ones 24/7 access to free and confidential counselling, coaching, and practical support whenever life happens.

Description

Looking to take the next step in your payroll career? Join MUJI Australia and become a key member of our Store Support Service team. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional to broaden their skills in a supportive retail environment while gaining exposure to HR systems, award interpretation, compliance, and payroll process improvement. As a Part-Time Payroll Administrator (30.4 hours or 4 days per week), you will be responsible for delivering accurate end-to-end payroll administration while ensuring compliance with Australian payroll legislation, employment standards, and the General Retail Industry Award.

Your responsibilities will include

- Process and administer payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with all legislatives, taxation, superannuation, and award requirements
- Maintain employee payroll records, timesheets, leave balances, and personnel data within HRIS and payroll systems, including Kronos (UKG) and ELMO
- Manage payroll-related activities including onboarding, employee variations, terminations, payroll reconciliations, and reporting
- Interpret and apply the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards (NES), and General Retail Industry Award provisions to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance
- Respond to payroll enquiries from employees and managers, providing professional and timely support
- Assist with payroll audits, month-end reporting, STP reporting, and payroll compliance activities
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and system efficiencies
- Support HR administration activities as required, with payroll remaining the primary focus of the role





This is an exciting time to join our growing company, as we further expand our presence in Australia. Teamwork, collaboration, and a continuous improvement mindset are at the forefront of our core values. As part of our supportive and collaborative team, you will enjoy:
- Flexible Working: A part-time arrangement set at 4 days per week
- Global Brand Exposure: The opportunity to work for a globally recognised Japanese retail brand
- Professional Growth: Hands-on exposure to end-to-end payroll and broader HR processes, with the opportunity to develop your expertise and take ownership of key payroll processes

Hours and Remuneration: This is a part-time position which requires 30.4 hours per week spread over 4-days. The full-time equivalent salary is $75,000 to $80,000, and the pro-rata salary based on the above hours is $60,000 to $64,000.

Skills And Experiences

We are seeking a payroll professional who is ready to build on their existing experience and continue developing their career.

- 2-3 years of Australian payroll experience, ideally within retail, hospitality, or another multi-site workforce environment
- Sound understanding of payroll legislation, superannuation, taxation, leave entitlements, and Single Touch Payroll (STP) requirements
- Exposure to the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards (NES), and modern awards, particularly the General Retail Industry Award, would be highly
- Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing, with strong numerical aptitude and the ability to perform accurate payroll calculations in a fast paced environment
- High level of attention to detail and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience using payroll, HRIS, or workforce management systems such as ELMO, Kronos (UKG), or similar platforms
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to respond to employee and manager payroll enquiries
- A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, improve processes, and contribute to a growing business
- Qualifications in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field are desirable

📌 Payroll Officer (Vic)
🏢 MUJI Retail
📍 Vic