Payroll Officer

• Permanent Full-time – 35 hours per week
• Salary: $85,034 - $97,790 p.a. plus (gross) plus 11% Superannuation

About Us
Waverley is a diverse and innovative Council located in the heart of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. With a broad range of services, programs and initiatives, Waverley is one of the leading local government areas in NSW. Taking in some of Sydney's most beautiful beaches including the world famous Bondi Beach, and encompassing part of Sydney's global economic corridor at Bondi Junction. Waverley Council is an amazing place to broaden your career, and be part of one of the best communities in Sydney.

Why Join Waverley?

• Potential for 9-day fortnight
• WFH 2 days a week
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff social club, weekly yoga and other fun staff activities
• Yearly flu shots, skin checks and annual health and wellbeing fair
• Flexible working conditions, family friendly policies and other great employee benefits
• Amazing culture across the People and Culture team.

The Role
We're looking for a Payroll Officer who can prepare and process the fortnightly payroll in accordance with the Local Government Award, Council’s Enterprise Agreements and policies. You will also maintain employee records and provide effective communications with staff regarding payroll matters.

About You

• You will have a minimum of 3 years payroll experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• A strong commitment to delivering quality customer service, and a positive, professional and co-operative approach to working with others
• Highly proficient in iChris (Frontier)
• High level of numeracy, attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• A strong commitment to delivering quality customer service, particularly in the area of resolving customer inquiries
• Tertiary qualifications in Business Management, Accounting, Financial Services, Bookkeeping or equivalent is highly desirable
• Local Government experience is desirable

Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information contact Christina Rainsford on 9083 8368.

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Human Resources team at **@waverley.nsw.gov.au