At a Glance
- Tasks: Process payroll accurately and support employees with payroll enquiries.
- Company: Join Talent International, a leader in local government recruitment.
- Benefits: $45.79 per hour + Super, with potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while gaining valuable payroll experience.
- Qualifications: Qualification in Payroll or related field and previous payroll experience.
The predicted salary is between 45.79 - 45.79 $ per hour.
- Talent International is currently recruiting for a
- Payroll Officer to work for the
- Local Government, based in
Penrith.
- This position is a
- 5-month contract with a view to be extended, and the role pays
$45.79 per hour + Super.
This role supports the accurate and timely processing of Council’s weekly payroll in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
You will maintain payroll records, process leave applications and provide responsive payroll support to employees.
Duties and responsibilities include
- Prepare and check weekly payroll data, including timesheets, payroll variations and leave applications.
- Accurately enter and maintain payroll information in the Empower payroll system.
- Process leave applications, check leave balances and ensure sick leave applications comply with relevant policies.
- Assist with preparing end-of-month reports for relevant deduction authorities.
- Respond to payroll enquiries from employees and external organisations, providing accurate information within required timeframes.
- Prepare employment letters, separation certificates and other payroll correspondence.
- Maintain, file and archive payroll records in accordance with recordkeeping requirements.
- Work collaboratively with the payroll team to meet weekly deadlines and deliver quality customer service.
To be successful in this role, you will have
- A qualification in Payroll, Finance, Business, Business Administration or a related field.
- Payroll experience within a large public sector organisation.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing payroll information.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet regular payroll deadlines.
- An understanding of the Local Government State Award would be advantageous.
- A current Class C driver’s licence is desirable.
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Payroll Officer employer: Talent
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