- Job TypeContract (Long Term)

- Part time (2 days per week)

Fixed term, 12 months

Kaniva or Edenhope

West Wimmera Shire Council is seeking a detail‑focused and service‑oriented Payroll Officer to support the delivery of accurate, timely and compliant payroll services across the organisation.

Reporting directly to the Human Resources Manager and working closely with Human Resources, Finance and internal departments, this role plays a key part in ensuring staff are paid correctly, records are maintained securely, and payroll enquiries are resolved with professionalism and care.

You will contribute to strengthening Council’s internal service standards, supporting staff and managers with clear payroll information, and helping maintain efficient administrative processes that underpin our workforce operations.

In this role, you will:

- Provide proficient payroll services and support to internal and external stakeholders, including routine payroll reports, leave balances and entitlement information.

- Accurately enter and process payroll data for all Council employees.

- Check and verify payroll information each pay cycle to ensure accuracy, compliance and data integrity.

- Process leave, allowances and other payroll items within required weekly, fortnightly, monthly and statutory deadlines.

- Assist the HR Manager, Finance and other internal teams with payroll system queries and administrative support.

- Support month‑end and year‑end processes including ledger allocations, payment summaries, taxation, superannuation, fringe benefits and other statutory requirements.

- Set up new employees and process terminations, ensuring all records are complete, accurate and compliant.





- Maintain accurate payroll records within Council’s corporate system.

- Carry out additional administrative duties to support HR, Finance and corporate operations as required.

About you

You are a reliable, organised and proactive administrator who takes pride in delivering accurate work and supporting colleagues. You communicate clearly, build positive relationships, and enjoy working collaboratively across multiple teams.

What you’ll bring

- Demonstrated understanding of payroll processes and compliance.

- Proven experience in data entry, record keeping and reconciliation of payroll or financial information.

- Proficiency using payroll or financial software systems and the Microsoft Office suite.

- Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.

- Qualifications or equivalent experience relevant to payroll or financial administration.

- Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and accurate information to staff and managers.

At West Wimmera Shire Council, you’ll be part of a supportive organisation that values collaboration, community and continuous improvement. You’ll contribute to essential workforce operations, strengthen internal service delivery, and help ensure staff across the Shire are supported through accurate and efficient payroll processes.

We offer flexible work locations (Kaniva or Edenhope or hybrid work arrangements), opportunities for professional growth, and a role where your attention to detail and commitment to service make a meaningful difference.

Interviews may commence as applications are received.

Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

📌 Payroll Officer (Victoria)
🏢 West Wimmera Shire Council
📍 Victoria