Job Description

Parental Leave Position to May 2027 | Part Time (5 days per fortnight)

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Mount Annan Christian College is seeking an appropriately qualified and experienced Payroll Officer to join our Finance team on a part time parental leave contract through to May 2027. The successful applicant will demonstrate a genuine commitment to their Christian faith, through regular attendance and active involvement in their local Church.

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Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the College's fortnightly payroll and salary packaging arrangements.

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Key responsibilities:

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- Management of the end-to-end fortnightly payroll through Xero and salary packaging processing through Southgate
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- Processing timesheets and payroll forms in a timely manner
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- Maintain accurate payroll records including salary packaging, allowances, increment increases, commencements, terminations, leave entitlements and other relevant information
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- Balancing and reconciling fortnightly payroll outputs each fortnight
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- Interpreting and applying the terms and conditions in the Independent Schools NSW Teachers (Hybrid) and (Support and Operational Staff) Multi-Enterprise Agreements 2021 and relevant payroll policies and procedures
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- Providing superannuation administration to ensure payroll processes are compliant with relevant legislation
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- Processing PAYG monthly and statutory payments and process payroll end of month procedures, including data entry of journal entries
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- Generating payroll reports as required by management
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General:

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- Interacting with staff at all levels of the College in a timely manner to resolve pay issues
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- Assist the Finance Manager and senior leaders with ad hoc projects, reporting and administrative activities as required.
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Our ideal candidate will have:

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- Minimum 3 years' experience in a payroll-related role.
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- Experience processing high-volume payrolls.
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- Sound understanding of payroll legislation, regulations and compliance requirements.
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- Demonstrated experience interpreting Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) or Industrial Awards.
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- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
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- A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.
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- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
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Desirable

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- Previous experience within a school environment
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- Experience using Xero payroll
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- Current First Aid certificate
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Essential Requirements:

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- A current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
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- A demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith, evidenced through regular church attendance and involvement.
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