Band 5$77,289- $95,592+super +monthly day off Join a small, collaborative payroll team of three with hands-on mentoring and strong peer support Work in a high-performing, hardworking team that values teamwork and shared success Be part of an organisation that supports professional development, including secondment opportunities Play a meaningful role in delivering an excellent employee experience across a large workforce About Us As one of Victorias fastestgrowing municipalities, Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and communityfocused organisation committed to delivering highquality services for our residents.Weredriven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and a genuine passion for creating a thriving, connected, and sustainable place to live and work. Wereinvested in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is encouraged, and your contribution has real impact. Ifyouremotivated, communityminded, and looking to build a meaningful career in local government,youllfind opportunity and purpose here at Cardinia About the opportunity- This is a hands-on Payroll Officer role where yourexpertisewill ensure theaccurateandtimelydelivery of payroll for a large and diverse workforce of over 700 employees. You will play a critical role in supporting employee confidence and trust by delivering a compliant, customer-focused payroll service aligned with Awards,legislationand Council policies. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys being the go-to payroll expert. You will make an impact by Delivering end-to-end payroll processing for a non-negotiable fortnightly pay run supporting full-time,part-timeand casual employees Ensuring payroll is processed accurately and compliantly in line with Awards, Enterprise Agreement,legislationand internal policies Maintaining HRIS integrity throughaccuratedata entry, approvals,reportingand system security Providing responsive,accurateand customer-focused payroll advice to employees and external stakeholders Contributing to service improvement initiatives, projects, and system enhancements to improve employee experience What you will bring Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end payroll in a medium to large organisation with at least 600+ employees Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, PAYG, superannuation,leaveand salary administration Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines andmaintainexceptional attention to detail Experience using HRIS and payroll systems (Aurion experience highly regarded) and strong MS Office skills Excellent communication skills with a professional,approachableand service-oriented mindset High levelof accuracy, discretion and integrity when handling confidential information A proactive, adaptable approach with the ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment Why work with us Activity based and hybrid work model. Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community. Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives. A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council''s carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community. A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees'' physical and mental well-being. Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.Clickhere. To apply Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letterdemonstratingyour suitability to the role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and suitable candidates may be contacted throughout the search process. Early applications are encouraged. For further informationregardingthe rolePooja Patel, position on03 5943 4***or refer to the position description. Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed toan equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you toadviseus at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 ***. All successful applicants willbe requiredto undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.
Job Title
Payroll Officer