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Job Title


Payroll Officer


Company : Australian Red Cross


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-07-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Tuesday, 22 July 2025Permanent roleFull time hoursFlexible location + hybrid workingAbout Red CrossAustralian Red Cross is part of the worlds largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.About the roleThe Payroll Officer will provide accurate and timely processing of the Australian Red Cross payroll. This position will support with all payroll related enquiries from employees, third party providers and internal key stakeholders.What you will bringSound discipline knowledge gained through experience, training or education of general payroll practices, procedures, operations, and LegislationProven experience in payroll processing within a high-volume environmentAbility to build strong customer and client relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions. Take ownership and identify solutions rather than waiting for others to take the leadAchieve the best outcomes and work towards common goals through collaboration (both internally and with external partners)Ability to manage time, set priorities, plan and organise their own workSound analytical skills and demonstrated ability to assess, evaluate and solve problems generally found in policies and practicesAbility to work under general direction from senior employees within clear objectives and work with others to reach common goals, sharing information, supporting and building positive and constructive relationshipsProven ability to provide high quality service to internal and external stakeholders and respond to client feedback in a timely and constructive mannerAbility to identity inefficiencies and proactively take initiative to improve themSound understanding of Modern AwardsWell-developed communication and interpersonal skillsSound skills in Microsoft Office tools, such as outlook, word and excelBenefits that act for you, while you act for humanityFinancial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness. And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid Me day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave optionsCareer development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development coursesFurther informationThis role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 4. Salary from $88,090.08 FTE + superannuation + access to salary packaging.To find out more about this opportunity please contact Shalini Singh onshsingh@redcross.org.au to organise a confidential discussion.Applications close at 11:55pm AEST on Tuesday, 5 August 2025.Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with diverse lived experiences, abilities, genders, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more. #J-18808-Ljbffr