Job Description
Payroll Officer (0.6 FTE)
n 0.6 FTE | 3 month temporary contract with potential permanency | ASAP start
n Local council, eastern Melbourne
n 24 hours per week | Hybrid, Thursdays mandatory in the office
n $42 - $48 per hour
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We are looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join the team on a part time basis, working 24 hours per week across a flexible spread of days. This starts as a 3 month temporary contract with a solid chance of becoming permanent for the right person. The role is hybrid, with Thursdays in the office.
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Our client is a well established local council in Melbourne's east, known for a supportive team culture and a genuine focus on doing right by its people. Their payroll function sits at the heart of that, and they are now looking to add an extra pair of hands.
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What you will be doing
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Assist with the preparation, input, processing and finalisation of fortnightly payroll data for electronic transmission.
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Assist with the production of Council's payroll requirements and ensure all adjustments, including changes to employee payroll data, are processed within agreed timeframes.
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Assist with the preparation of new rates of pay and the production of back payments.
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Undertake monthly preparation, processing, reconciliation and disbursement of employee payroll deductions.
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Maintain accurate payroll records and manage documentation so it can be retrieved quickly.
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What you will bring
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Chris21 experience (mandatory).
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Previous experience in local government, public sector, healthcare or education.
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A minimum of 2 to 3 years in a similar payroll position.
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A tertiary qualification in a relevant field.
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Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to fortnightly deadlines.
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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Payroll Officer (Victoria)
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