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Form of workAt Unitywater, we operate in a diverse and inclusive environment where no two days are the same. We provide essential water supply and reliable utilities services to the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions that account for 16% of Queensland’s population. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to service our communities with smart and environmentally sustainable practices.
We think a pretty good job starts here………
About the role:
The Senior Payroll Officer will provide accurate, timely and efficient payroll services to Unitywater employees. They will act as a subject matter expert on all payroll topics, providing guidance to Payroll Officers and supporting the Payroll Manager as required. Key functions of the role include:
- Provide support to Payroll Manager to ensure common/team goals are met to a high standard.
- Coach and mentor Payroll Officers, ensuring consistency across the team with process and practices of the role.
- Provide expert advice and education on payroll legislation, policy, processes, tasks and requirements to Payroll Officers and the business.
- Assist the team to work together to ensure key activities are met within required timeframes.
- Act in the Payroll Manager role during periods of absence.
- End-to-end processing of approved wage records in a timely and accurate manner (manual and electronic).
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including the interpretation of Modern Awards and EBAs.
About you:
To contribute to Unitywater’s values of Reliability, Safety, Honesty& Integrity, Efficiency, One Team, Innovation, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:
- Extensive payroll experience.
- In-depth knowledge of payroll processes.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of legislation related to Industrial Instruments, taxation, superannuation and relevant acts.
- Demonstrated understanding of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of numeracy skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills, contributing to precise and accurate payroll management.
- High level investigative analysis and interpretation skills relevant to data, wage related matters and claims.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Working at Unitywater:
Why is a career at Unitywater a pretty good choice?
Unitywater is one of the largest employers in the region, offering continuous investment in training, diverse career paths, health and wellness benefits, flexible work arrangements and a rewarding environment. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment that supports individuals to reach their full potential.
Proudly Unitywater:
We know that we are smarter, better, together. That’s why we are committed to working in a team that values the unique contributions of all our people. At Unitywater we support candidates with all abilities and diverse backgrounds to apply.
It’s a pretty good place to work when you can support the community, focus on sustainability and develop and learn interesting and innovative things.
How to apply:
Please apply online following the links, and make sure to upload your up to date CV.
If you’re successful we will need you to undergo a few checks…. We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to provide right to work in Australia and complete relevant pre-employment checks, including background checks and criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening and qualifications.
Applications close: COB 21 March 2024
At Unitywater we are proud to be a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we care about our candidates and commit to respond to every applicant
