An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced and motivated payroll professional to join our team to run a weekly payroll in accordance with the Local Government Award, Council policies and other legislative requirements.
This role plays a key part in leading operations of our weekly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance, while providing exceptional service to both staff and management. Working within the People and Culture team, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Payroll Coordinator and the current incumbent as this opportunity provides an ample handover and training period to ensure payroll functions are completed smoothly and reliably each week with a shared commitment to service.
In addition, you will be responsible for undertaking various payroll and compliance functions, such as superannuation, payroll reconciliations, workers compensation, system audits and end of financial year processing to ensure overall efficiency of payroll operations.
Why you will love working with usOur payroll team is a small, close‑knit group where collaboration, support and shared expertise are part of everyday work. As part of the People and Culture team you will work in a supportive environment where there are opportunities for professional development and hybrid working opportunities that promote a healthy work–life balance.
You will also finish each week with a great sense of purpose and job satisfaction. Payroll in local government plays a vital role in supporting the people who deliver essential community services. Your work will make sure that Council employees who keep the city running are paid accurately and on time every week.
Reports to: Payroll Coordinator
Employment Type: Full-Time, 35 hours per week with flexi-time
Location: Shellharbour City Centre
Salary: Base of $75,356 - $83,198 per annum dependent on qualifications, skills and experience
We are looking for someone who brings both technical capability and a collaborative mindset, someone who values accuracy, clear communication and works well with others. You will need to be an individual that thrives on routine, acts in accordance with legislation and values the importance of teamwork. Knowledge of Local Government and the LG Award would be highly regarded.
- Demonstrated previous experience in high level payroll administration, supported by strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Previous experience with complex integrated HRIS/ERP preferably TechnologyOne or similar (i.e: SAP or Oracle)
- Strong data‑entry, numeracy, and time‑management capabilities, with a methodical and steady approach to day‑to‑day tasks.
- A willingness to listen, review information thoughtfully, analyse issues collaboratively and engage in continuous improvement initiatives.
- A commitment to contributing to a positive organisational culture that values respect, inclusiveness and constructive teamwork.
- The ability to interpret Award and payroll information and explain it clearly and respectfully to staff and management.