Payroll Officer
Core
End-to-end fortnightly payroll processing and administration for a Local Government Council, ensuring accurate payments, compliance with legislative requirements, and resolution of employee queries.
Role type
Payroll Officer
Builds
Fortnightly pays, special pay runs, termination payments, and payroll reports for Council employees.
Domain
Local Government / Public Sector
Required skills
Payroll processing, timesheet administration, leave calculation, termination payment processing, payroll software proficiency (Technology One/ERP), knowledge of Local Government Awards and Industrial Relations Act 2016, data integrity management, customer service.
Preferred skills
Experience in a large multidisciplinary organisation, knowledge of Council policies relating to employee/employer entitlement.
Responsibilities
Prepare and complete fortnightly pays and special pay runs; process timesheets and associated payroll entries; assist with termination payments; maintain accurate payroll records; provide payroll advice and documentation to employees.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC