Team Leader Payroll

Permanent Full-time
Work-life balance roster offering flexible working arrangements (WFH Opportunities) and a variable day off every 19 days
Competitive Salary $100,946.04 - $117,316.16 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation (Depending on skills and experience)

Are you passionate about making payroll more efficient, transparent, and employee-focused? Step into a leadership role where accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement are valued every day!

The Role

As a team leader in payroll, you will report to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer where you'll play a pivotal role in:

• Overseeing the efficient and accurate processing of payroll for Council employees.
• Ensure all payments comply with relevant legislation, industrial awards, and Council policies and procedures.
• Provide timely and accurate information, advice, and support to both internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor the payroll team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture and ensuring the team's alignment with organisational goals.

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire is at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, a region renowned for its natural beauty, strong community connections, and thriving local economy. As a council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative future, ensuring our residents enjoy a high quality of life while preserving the unique character of our Shire.

A Great Place to Live & Work

With a population of over 50,000, Wingecarribee offers a balanced lifestyle, blending vibrant townships with green open spaces. We are a place where families thrive, businesses grow, and individuals can enjoy a strong sense of community. Midway between Sydney, Canberra, and Wollongong, our Shire provides the perfect mix of regional charm and modern amenities.

At Wingecarribee Shire Council, our RESPECT values drive the way we work:

Resilience, Empathy, Sustainability, Pride, Efficiency, Courage, and Teamwork. These principles guide how we work, support our community, and drive positive change every day. Join us in making Wingecarribee the best place in NSW for all generations to live, work, and thrive!

What you'll need to succeed (Essential Criteria)

1. Minimum 3 years' experience within senior payroll or equivalent role
2. Demonstrated experience in to preparing complex reconciliations and the completion of financial reports.
3. Strong spreadsheet and database skills (Microsoft Office Environment)
4. Excellent customer service and communication skills.
5. Ability to drive change through Council policy, procedural and system improvements.
6. Demonstrated leadership skills - ability to coordinate and mentor staff.
7. Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. High attention to detail - ability to prioritise and complete tasks efficiently and to deadlines.
9. Skills and experience working in iChris Software system would be highly regarded but not essential
10. Be willing to undergo a National Police Check before commencement

Benefits

• Attractive salary package + 11.5% superannuation
• Variable day off every 4 weeks
• Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
• Career development & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
• Flexible Working Arrangements – WFH opportunities
• Community & social engagement – Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

How to Apply

Ready to take your payroll knowledge and lead with precision and purpose? Apply now!

Submit the following documents:

• Your Resume – showcasing your skills & experience.
• Relevant Certifications – qualifications and licenses
• Responses to the Essential Criteria – explain how your expertise aligns with the essential requirements of the role as outlined in the position description.

Questions?

• Contact Pav Kuzmanovski, Chief Financial Officer on 02 4863 5220

Applications close: 28 April 2025 – don’t miss this opportunity.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people