Our client is a government organisation based in the eastern suburbs. They have an exciting opportunity available for a Payroll Team Leader with strong Frontier Software/Chris21/iChris experience to take on leadership duties and manage payroll processing and administration, time and attendance, and provide input to process and system improvements.
Responsiblities
Your role will include:
Supervise and assist in the preparation, processing, maintenance and distribution of payroll data, ensuring at all times the integrity of the process and function
Supervise, train, encourage and enhance the skills of the Payroll Officers
Prepare and monitor the organisation's Salary & Associated Costs Budget (including FBT)
Ensure that all payroll transactions are accurately costed to the correct business units
Ensure all General Ledger Reconciliations are completed within the accounting timetable
Ensure that historical data regarding payroll records is maintained, stored and recoverable as and when required, in accordance with organisational requirements




Ensure adequate WorkCover records are kept and liaise with the Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator regarding WorkCover matters when necessary
Reconcile and pay Superannuation fund contributions on a regular basis
Respond to queries in an effective, efficient and timely manner
Keep up to date with developments, legislation and regulations relevant to the requirements of the position
About you
Proven experience in a similar role gained either in Local Government or an equivalent sized organisation (approximately **** employees)
Payroll management or supervision experience, ability to lead, coordinate, and upskill team members
Robust knowledge of payroll processing, awards interpretation, time & attendance, etc.
Strong system knowledge and experience with Chris21/iChris
Excellent communication skills, ability to work closely with processing and systems teams, and engage with stakeholders
Available to start at relatively short notice
If successful, you will be required to undergo a police check, and maintain or obtain a Working with Childrens Check (WWCC)
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📌 Payroll Team Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Talent International
📍 Melbourne