Job Description Payroll Officer Reference number:

11331

Closing date: 11pm, 21 October 2026

Temporary full-time opportunity for 12 months

Salary commencing at $85, 114.74 per annum plus 12% superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience)

Provide efficient and effective delivery in the payroll function for a large organisation

The Opportunity This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end payroll delivery within a large local government organisation. Reporting to the Head of Payroll, the role ensures payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in line with legislative, industrial, and organisational requirements.

The position is responsible for maintaining payroll system and data integrity, providing expert advice on payroll, superannuation, and employee entitlements, and acting as application owner for key payroll and HCM systems. You will contribute to continuous improvement, system enhancements, and strong payroll governance while working collaboratively across the organisation.

Responsibilities

Deliver accurate and timely fortnightly payroll, including timesheets, leave, employee changes, and off-cycle payments

Provide expert advice on salary calculations, salary packaging, novated leases, superannuation, and terminations

Run payroll reports, identify discrepancies, and complete reconciliations and statutory reporting





Coordinate month-end and end-of-financial-year payroll processes

Prepare payroll data and documentation for internal and external audits

Maintain and continuously improve payroll systems, processes, and documentation

Act as application owner for Chris21/iChris, T&A; systems, and relevant Oracle HCM modules

Support system upgrades, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives

Provide responsive payroll support to employees and managers and contribute to payroll and organisational projects

Skills & Experience

Diploma of Payroll Services or relevant tertiary qualification, or extensive end-to-end payroll experience

Demonstrated experience using Chris21/iChris in a live payroll environment

Experience with HRIS platforms (Oracle, SAP, Workday) and Time & Attendance systems is desirable

Solid knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, including tax, STP Phase 2, superannuation, payroll tax, and terminations

Proven ability to interpret and apply Enterprise Agreements and Awards

Strong analytical, reconciliation, and reporting skills with high attention to detail

Ability to manage competing deadlines, work autonomously, and communicate complex payroll matters clearly

Collaborative, customer-focused approach aligned with Council values

For further information, please view the Position Description or contact Manish Vashi on .

📌 Payroll Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Moonee Valley City Council
📍 Melbourne