AddressLocation: Cairns based
Status: Full Time Permanent
Salary: $72,624 - $80,693 p.a. + 11% superannuation contribution
The filling of this position is specified. Applicants must provide contact details or a written reference from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who is willing to support their application.
About Us
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service, which provides culturally appropriate, family centred, primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.
About the Opportunity
The Payroll Officer is responsible for coordinating all aspects of fortnightly payroll processing and reporting, including support of the accounts receivable and general financial functions, as required, as a member of the Finance Team.
Pre-employment screening for vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases and an Australian Federal Police Check will be conducted for the successful applicant.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Certificate in Payroll or Financial Administration, is not essential but highly desirable
- Minimum of 3 years undertaking payroll processing responsibilities in a medium to large organisation
- Experience in processing large volumes of work while meeting strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy, confidentiality and accountability
- Experience in electronic payroll and timekeeping systems and the Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to handle confidential information, work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Strong mathematical skills and understanding of electronic timekeeping data
- Understanding of the historical and contemporary issues that impact on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and their communities, particularly in Cape York
- Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with community protocols and customs
- Current Blue Card positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
Why Apunipima?
Join us as we navigate the exciting challenges and rewards of health care in the diverse and beautiful landscape of Cape York, in partnership with its people, rich history and culture. As Payroll Officer, you will be provided with an attractive remuneration package, 5 weeks annual leave, annual leave loading, generous salary packaging opportunities and more!
To apply for this role, submit your cover letter and resume addressing the above criteria. Applications close on Sunday, 26 May 2024.
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact Debe Bader, Team Leader - Finance via 07 4037 7*** or **********@apunipima.org.au
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer.
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