Payroll Specialist

• Permanent Full Time
• Band 6 ($97,273 to $105,392) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray Town Hall

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

The Finance team provides a critical function in the day-to-day operation of Maribyrnong City Council. Reporting to the Team Leader Payroll, the Payroll Specialist will assist in the delivery of timely, accurate and compliant fortnightly payroll in accordance with all relevant agreements, award, regulations and statutory obligations. The role will provide operational advice, support to key stakeholders and lead initiatives relating to the optimisation and continuous improvement of the Council's payroll processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver timely, accurate and compliant fortnightly payroll processing in accordance with all relevant agreements, award, regulations and statutory obligations.
• Act as the first point of contact and provide operational advice, support to key stakeholders, ensuring compliance and governance of payroll systems and processes in line with Council's values.
• Provision of high-level customer service to management and employees on conditions of employment matters.
• Assist the Team Leader Payroll in the review, refinement or implementation of best practice pertaining to payroll, policies and procedures.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Diploma level qualification in Accounting or similar, and / or substantial experience working in a similar fast pace, high transaction role.
• Extensive experience working with a computerised payroll system, preferably Authority Payroll system and management of end to end payroll processing.
• Proven experience in working with relevant employment Awards, Enterprise Agreements and statutory/legislative requirements.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of Taxation & Superannuation Legislation and Guidelines.
• Ability to work autonomously or as a contributing team member in a dynamic environment
• Current Working with Children Check.
• No relevant criminal record found in a Police Check.

We offer a number of benefits and flexibility so apply now for the opportunity to join our team.

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Amit Sharma, Coordinator Management Accounting on 0438 797 921.