Wenona is seeking an organised and skilled Payroll Officer to join our team. The role is responsible for processing the payroll for all staff members within the School. This is achieved through a broad range of payroll support to meet the needs and functions of the Finance team. The role provides the opportunity for process improvement, driving efficiency and accuracy within the team, whilst contributing to a positive internal culture where service, integrity, kindness and humour are valued. Wenona aims to encourage, challenge, extend and nurture each student in a way that allows her to achieve her full potential. To achieve this, Wenona prides itself on attracting intelligent, inspiring and motivated employees who serve to role model strong, positive relationships and is committed to fostering an environment where all staff are passionate about refining their skills and pursuing a love of learning.

The Position The Payroll

Officer plays an important role providing efficient, informative and timely payroll support to all staff members. It focuses on processing end to end payroll, as well as reporting, calculating and attending to various payroll inquiries.

The Payroll

Officer will work closely and collaboratively with the Finance team in the Business Office.

Key priorities for the role include:

· Processing end to end payroll processes. · Collecting, calculating, and entering data to keep data updated.

· Verifying calculations of pay, entitlements, or disbursements prior to processing.

· Support the wider HR team with data and reporting activities. · Providing exceptional customer service to staff in a professional and timely manner. · Interpreting and applying the Independent Schools NSW Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement. · Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of policies, procedures, and legislative/regulatory requirements.

· Maintaining strict confidentiality when dealing with payroll information.



· Supporting the finance team with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable duties during busy periods. This is a permanent part-time position with a 0.8 FTE.

About

You To be successful in this role, you will bring relevant payroll experience and systems knowledge. The role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. You will drive efficiency and accuracy within the Finance team, whilst embodying the values of the School, and promoting Wenona in a positive manner.

Advantages We Offer

· Strong culture of teamwork and professional development support.

· Access to professional growth and staff development learning experiences.

· Access to EAP and onsite annual flu vaccinations.

· Staff discounts, onsite gym and pool facilities and weekly morning tea provided.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted via Wenona Careers and include a resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, copies of qualifications and names of two referees.

This role requires the successful applicant to hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, valid NSW Police Check and to be vaccinated in line with any current Public Health Order. Wenona is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Wenona School is a child safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all School staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations including child safe standards. Wenona's Code of Conduct is available on our website.

The successful applicant for this position will be required to provide the School with a current Working with Children Check. (https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check)

📌 Payroll Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Wenona School
📍 Sydney