Location:
Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference:
VG/DE/PES/*******
Join a team that's making a difference!
We're building a Payroll team that's known for collaboration, customer service and continuous improvement.
Our work matters because every employee relies on us to be paid accurately, on time and in accordance with legislation and industrial agreements.
We're looking for people who enjoy helping others, have a keen eye for detail and want to build a rewarding career in payroll.
If you're looking for a role where you can develop valuable skills, make a real impact and build your career, we'd love to hear from you.
The impact you'll make
As a Payroll Officer, you'll support the delivery of accurate, timely and compliant payroll services while gaining experience across a range of payroll functions, including:
Processing payroll and employment transactions
Responding to payroll enquiries from employees and managers
Maintaining employee and payroll records
Investigating and resolving routine payroll enquiries
Supporting payroll quality and compliance activities
Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Working closely with your team, you'll help deliver an outstanding payroll service that supports employees across the Department.
What you'll bring
We're looking for someone who:
Enjoys working as part of a collaborative and supportive team
Takes ownership of their work and follows through on commitments
Has excellent attention to detail and enjoys working accurately
Provides professional, responsive and customer focused service
Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships
Enjoys solving problems and finding practical solutions
Is curious, willing to learn and open to current ways of working
Manages competing priorities and meets deadlines
Maintains confidentiality and acts with integrity and professionalism.
What success looks like
In this role you'll:
Deliver accurate payroll services within agreed timeframes




Provide responsive and professional customer service
Build trusted relationships with employees, managers and colleagues
Contribute ideas that improve processes and service delivery
Work collaboratively to achieve team outcomes
Continue developing your payroll knowledge and capability.
Why you'll enjoy working with us:
You'll join a supportive team that values collaboration, learning and continuous improvement.
We offer:
Hybrid working arrangements (minimum three days in the office and up to two days working from home)
Comprehensive training and ongoing development
Opportunities to build a long-term career in payroll and the Victorian Public Service
A positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Di versity and Inclusion page.
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at .
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact
Jay Rottem, Payroll Lead via ******.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks.
Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.
Applications close Sunday 18 October **** at *****pm
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📌 Payroll Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education & Training, Victoria
📍 Melbourne