Senior Payroll Officer

• Contribute to the success of a collaborative and thriving payroll team
• Hybrid working
• $96,365 - $104,848 per annum (plus super, plus RDO)

 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join the Council’s Payroll Team which is part of the wider People, Culture and Development Department.  
 
About the role
Reporting to the PCD Operations and Systems Lead you will be responsible for providing a customer centric, contemporary and compliant payroll service to all employees, leaders and associated stakeholders of Council. 
 
Key responsibilities:

• Lead a small team of Payroll Officers in day-to-day payroll operations including inbox management, higher duties processing, Long Service Leave transfers, time and attendance system, leave requests and all other aspects of a fortnightly pay cycle
• Be the escalation point for the more complex payroll queries and have a strong working knowledge of payroll legislation including the Local Government Act
• Deliver a payroll service that is accurate, on time and compliant with all current legislative requirements   
• Prepare workers compensation PIAWE, superannuation reconciliation and payment, calculate and process redundancies and large quantum terminations
• Ownership over the Time and Attendance system and award interpreter
• Deliver a high level of customer service to all employees of the Council
• Prepare a range of month end reports, and assist with bi-annual payroll audits and end of year process and reports
• Continuous process improvements of our systems and ways of working

 
What will you bring to the role?
To be considered for this position you will have:

• Significant experience working in a fast paced, high volume payroll team with an employee base of 1000 + employees
• Experience leading, developing and supporting a payroll processing team
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task between basic and complex payroll queries and hands on support of day-to-day processing to meet payroll deadlines
• Sound working knowledge of current payroll legislation and demonstrated experience interpreting Awards and Enterprise Agreements
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills and collaborative approach in a hybrid environment
• Excellent time management skills and organisation
• Comprehensive computer skills across the Microsoft Office range of applications, competent with excel and good working knowledge of the sophisticated payroll systems including ADP, Chris21 and PayGlobal.
• A commitment to quality outcomes, efficient work practices and continuous improvement

 
What's in it for you?

• Join a progressive Local Government organisation and be part of a supportive team who will help develop and grow your skill set to the next level
• Exposure to a payroll modernisation project with the introduction of a new HRIS system (SuccessFactors) and new time and attendance technology 
• Enjoy staff benefits such as flexible working arrangements, wellbeing programs, gym and pool memberships 

Employment Requirements:

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check and hold a valid Working with Children Clearance.

 
How to Apply
Please submit your application online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:59pm 8 May2024. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. No calls or applications from agencies please.

For any further information please refer to the Position Description Position Description, or contact Sandra Nikakis, Payroll, Operations and Systems Leave during business hours on 0477 874 *** for a confidential discussion.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some positions may require the incumbent to hold a Working with Children Check.

Working together

We are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Boroondara Customer First Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal - we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead.