East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) is seeking Payroll Officer.
The Payroll Officer will play an integral role in ensuring the objectives of the Finance Department are met, by providing accounting and finance services to East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC).
What you'll do: Processing of payment runs where required, including timesheet data entry, leaveform entries, misc.
file checks and processing EFT file and pay advices.
Checking of payroll reports and timesheets after completion of data entry by otherHuman Resources and/or Payroll Officer.
New Employee entries and data maintenance.
Confirm system entry of new employees' master file details and establish payrollpersonnel files.
Calculate/Analyse any applicable back pays higher duties, tax adjustments andterminations.
Prepare end of year reports and payment summaries Liaise with management and employees on payroll related queries and preparereports as required.
Offer support to interpret relevant legislation, awards and agreements.
Ensure superannuation payments are undertaken and reconciled.
ATO filing requirements are processed in a timely manner at the end of financial year.
Ensure wage and salary increments/increases are undertaken in a timely andaccurate manner i.e. these maybe Enterprise Agreements or state wage casedecisions Ensure all required documents are recorded in MagiQ and all other reviewed and HRapproved documents relating to payroll, performance management, new employeepaperwork and all other applicable Documentation are sent through the appropriatechannels for actioning and records management.
Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and records management isconducted appropriately.
Maintain and record a number of HR forms, template,confidential information and other HR operational documentation.
Provide various Statistical reports including required credential and probity reports i.e.Payroll Component Report, Leave Reports,



Employee Statistics Actively participate in all offered training and development opportunities.
Comply with all reasonable Workplace Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
Other duties as reasonably directed by the Finance Manager and/or GeneralManager - People and Corporate Services.
What We're Looking For: Tertiary qualifications, or a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role.
Proven experience in preparing and writing reports.
Knowledge of HR operations functions, including recruitment.
Excellent project coordination capability.
Ability to prioritise and work under minimum supervision.
Advanced MS Office skills combined with a fast and accurate typing skills.
Sound internet and researching skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Ability to interpret relevant awards and legislations.
Desirable Previous experience living and/or working in remote Australian First Nations'communities.
Knowledge of Technology One and/or MaqIQ Docs.
Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural awareness to ensure effective participationin a multi-cultural workplace.
Awareness of issues affecting First Nations People in Australia.
What You'll Get Salary: (Level 5) - $88,****** - $93,****** per anum Annual salary review under the Enterprise Agreement The opportunity to live and work in a unique, community‐driven environment where your contribution truly matters Employment is subject to a Criminal History Check and NT Working with Children Clearance.
Travel to remote communities may be required.
East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Prospect (EEO) employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
How to Apply Apply via our website: eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/positions-vacant Applications close - 3rd August **** Please ensure you address the selection criteria in the Position Description, to view the Position Description, please copy the link below and open it in a new browser window Enquiries: ****** Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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