Payroll Coordinator

FULL TIME

$86,329.55 - $93,745.89 Gross per annum + Superannuation

Our Values| Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Service Excellence |Innovation

About the Opportunity

Do you have exceptional payroll knowledge or working within a Human Resources environment and looking to pivot your career?

Glenelg Shire are looking for an experienced Payroll Coordinator to oversee the end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees, manage compliance with all applicable awards and legislation and generate payroll reports.

As the Payroll Coordinator you will provide leadership and guidance to the Payroll Officer, fostering their development.

We champion an inclusive, values driven workplace, respecting our diverse team and the communities we serve.

Please note shortlisting of candidates will be undertaken throughout the advertising period so don’t delay in submitting your application.

For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description. 

What you need to Succeed

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build effective relationships.
• Ability to manage your time to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Knowledge of general payroll legislation including superannuation, payroll tax etc.
• Strong knowledge of and an ability to interpret awards and agreements.
• Previous experience in high volume end-to-end payroll.
• Ability to collaborate across the organisation and with managers and employees is essential.
• Desire to deliver insights for continuous improvement.

To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.

Why work for us?

A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do.

We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.

Glenelg Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.

We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes.

Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks.

We respectfully acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara people, Boandik people, Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.

Pre-employment Requirements:

All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form. When submitting your application, please ensure you upload the following supporting documents:

• A brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role, including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the Position Description. 
• Resume.
• Copies of relevant qualifications (if applicable).

Applications Close: Sunday 24 November 2024 at 11:59pm. 

Looking for further information please contact:
Name:  Larna Carr 
Position: Acting Executive Manager People & Culture 
Contact Phone: 03 5522 2181

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