Payroll Officer

About Adelaide Hills Council

The Adelaide Hills Council is a magnificent place to live, work and visit. The environmental, residential, primary production and natural qualities of the district are renowned and contribute to the Adelaide Hills being "a special place", and one of Australia's most loved areas. Adelaide Hills Council is committed to building the community through leadership, community involvement and commitment to service. 

We offer a diverse and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance and a genuine desire for you to enjoy your work.

About the Role – Payroll Officer

• Reference number 50
• General Officer Level 4: $88,392.79 - $94,796.91 plus superannuation
• Part time (0.8 FTE), Permanent

Be responsible for:

• Processing Council’s end to end fortnightly payroll.
• Administering month and year end payroll reporting.
• Facilitating and administering Worker’s Compensation, Income Protection and Journey Accident claim payments.
• Ensuring there is a continuous improvement approach and ongoing review of payroll processes.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Significant payroll experience in medium to large complex organisation, with Local Government experience favourable.
• Significant experience using payroll systems, with Open Office experience favourable. 
• A demonstrated understanding of Awards, Enterprise Agreements, relevant legislation, and statutory requirements. 
• Proven ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks and uphold confidentiality.

A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the Council’s requirements will be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. 

About our Benefits

Experience the benefits of a career in council:

• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time. 
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Free income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries. 
• A health and wellbeing program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more.
• Free access to three counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Corporate Uniform Allowance. 
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Study Assistance.

How to Apply

Applications must address the selection criteria in the position description and state the reference number from the advert. Visit Council Employment at Council (ahc.sa.gov.au) for the position description. 

Apply by 8.00pm, Sunday 28 April 2024.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to Liz Packer, Team Leader Financial Accounting on (08) 8408 0***.

The advert information can be provided in other formats if requested. 

International applicants who do not have an appropriate Australian work visa or residency will not be considered or receive an acknowledgement email.