Our School

Peninsula Grammar is a K-12 coeducational school of excellence, located on the Mornington Peninsula, renowned for its academic achievements and extensive co-curricular program. In caring for students and their learning, we encourage them to unleash greatness both at school and beyond. Peninsula Grammar values the inherent uniqueness of every individual and fosters the pursuit of excellence in each child.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, this role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for School employees. Working closely with colleagues across Finance and Human Resources, you will help ensure employees are paid correctly, payroll records are maintained accurately, and payroll processes meet legislative and organisational requirements.

This role also contributes to the ongoing review and improvement of payroll systems and processes

We welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time or full-time employment. Please indicate your preferred employment fraction within your application.

Key responsibilities include:

- Processing end-to-end payroll in an accurate and timely manner
- Maintaining employee payroll records, classifications and employment details
- Managing leave, allowances, deductions and employee entitlements
- Processing superannuation, taxation and payroll reporting requirements
- Completing payroll reconciliations and preparing payroll reports




- Responding to payroll enquiries and providing responsive support to employees and managers
- Maintaining payroll data within ELMO, Synergetic and other relevant systems
- Supporting continuous improvement of payroll processes and procedures

About you To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Experience interpreting employment conditions, awards or enterprise agreements
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
- The ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement
- Experience with ELMO and/or Synergetic would be advantageous

How to Apply

Applicants should submit a current resume and cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Please include the contact details of at least two professional referees.

Further information about Peninsula Grammar can be found at www.peninsulagrammar.vic.edu.au.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Any queries should be directed to our HR team at *@pgs.vic.edu.au or by phone on (03) 9788 7.

Peninsula Grammar is a Child Safe School. All staff are required to uphold the School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Protected Code of Conduct. All people employed by the School must be eligible to work in Australia.

📌 Payroll Officer (Shire of Mornington Peninsula)
🏢 Peninsula Grammar School
📍 Shire of Mornington Peninsula