Payroll Specialist

• Manage end-to-end payroll function for a dynamic Local Government organisation
• Opportunity for training and professional development
• Join a collaborative organisation with excellent working conditions

Our client is a dynamic local government body located on Adelaide's eastern city fringe. Dedicated to delivering high quality service to their cosmopolitan and culturally diverse community, our clients promote community engagement and are committed to improving the overall wellbeing of their citizens. An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced Payroll Specialist to report to the Chief Financial Officer on a permanent full-time basis and contribute to the excellence in service delivery.

Your new role

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for the provision of the organisation's entire payroll function, which includes but is not limited to:

• Accurate and timely payment of wages and staff payments in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Assist with onboarding of new staff.
• Support continuous improvement of policies and procedures.
• Undertake monthly balance sheet reconciliations, assist with the annual budget process and EOM / EOFY reporting.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the council's Corporate Governance.

What you will need to succeed

To be successful in this position, you will take pride in the work you do with a high level of attention to detail and possess the following skills and experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years' experience in end-to-end payroll processing (essential).
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant finance discipline (desirable).
• Previous experience with system implementation (desirable).
• Experience working in local government will be (desirable).
• Knowledge of the Civica Authority System (desirable).
• Excellent knowledge of legislative requirements and regulations relating to payroll.
• Knowledge of the relevant Awards and Enterprise Agreements in respect to payroll matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and corporate technology.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• High level analytical ability along with an excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication coupled with fantastic customer service / teamwork.

What you will get in return

• One (1) Rostered-Day-Off each month
• Training and professional development support and opportunities
• Study assistance
• Income protection (illness, accident & injury)
• Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7
• Healthy Lifestyles Program
• Annual salary increases

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