Payroll Officer

Cabonne Council has an exciting opportunity to for an enthusiastic finance professional to join the Finance team as the Payroll Officer.

This position is responsible for providing an efficient and accurate payroll service to Council and its staff.

This role is a full-time role, based out of the Molong office.

Working for Cabonne Council provides a rewarding opportunity to work for and in a close-knit community, providing flexibility for the perfect work/life balance and career development opportunities. The position operates over a 35-hour week with a 9-day fortnight.

For more detail on the jobs duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached position description.

Qualifications

Essential

• Class C driver’s licence.
• Criminal History Check.

Desirable

• Relevant industry qualifications.

Skills & Experience

At least two years’ experience in a similar role, with:

• Sound knowledge and demonstrated experience in applying and interpreting industrial awards and agreements, legislation and procedures.
• Experience and ability in general accounting practices.
• Demonstrated Experience and knowledge in the functions of payroll.
• Knowledge and experience in taxation and superannuation laws and referencing.
• Sound communication skills with the ability to liaise with staff at all levels and other associated customers.
• Intermediate level operation of Microsoft Word and excel with the ability to prepare pivot tables each fortnight of Council's wages data.
• Well-developed analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain strict levels of confidentiality.
• Highly systematic and organised approach to work with strong prioritisation and time management skills.

Remuneration and Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 and Cabonne Council’s policies and conditions of employment.

The position is a grade 7 in Council's salary system with a weekly gross wage range of $1310.10 to $1410.90 dependant on qualifications and experience

Benefits of working at Council include

At Cabonne Council we recognise our current and future employees want to work in an organisation that provides more than just a job. We understand meaningful work, the opportunity to develop professionally and personally, and the ability to balance life's priorities are important. We offer our employees a flexible, welcoming, inclusive and safe work environment, along with a variety of attractive benefits.

Our lifestyle friendly benefits include:

• Dedicated training and professional development budgets
• Staff Wellness Program
• Opportunity to extend leave by taking leave at half pay
• Parental leave for primary and secondary carers
• Fitness Passport – unlimited use at participating businesses
• Long service leave available at 5 years’ service
• Salary packaging options

How to Apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application and provide a copy of your current Resume.

Council will only accept applications submitted online.

Cabonne Council operates a merit-based recruitment process.

Interview Process

You will be contacted by phone or email if you have been selected for interview. If you have not been selected for interview you will be advised by email.

Pre-Employment Screening

In the event you are shortlisted for an interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you must be prepared to undergo the following pre-employment screening processes as part of the selection process:

• A pre-employment physical examination (at Council's expense).
• Reference checking – an external company will be used to complete reference checks for preferred candidates.
• Undertake any other applicable screening that may be relevant to the role.
• Checking validity of certificates and qualifications.
• Provide a criminal record check.

Other important details

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Council’s Chief Financial Officer Dale Size on (02) 6392 3200.