Payroll Assistant

12-month Full Time opportunity to work for a stable, growing organisation committed to its people
Attractive Salary $63,701 - $70,330 per annum + Super
Flexible Working Options
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Wonderful onsite facilities available - gym, cafes, hotel, shops, and bar
Immediate start available

Who We Are

At Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, we share a powerful vision; to re-imagine the future of child health. We are the home to many life-changing scientific discoveries. We believe that no question is too impossible to try and answer. We are renowned for our cutting-edge focus on early interventions, improved diagnosis, prevention, and development of potential cures. Our success is founded on a philosophy of collaboration through a multi-disciplinary approach to solving the toughest questions in child health. Murdoch Children’s is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, equity and respect that celebrates and values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our people. We strive to foster a positive working environment that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and consideration for the diverse voices of our people and the communities we serve. Murdoch Children’s is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and is a committed subscriber to Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) and its principles.

**The Opportunity**:
About Research Support and Operations Team (RSO)

Our mission is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our researchers by focusing our efforts in three important areas: providing more time for research; improving research resources and services; and delivering an excellent research environment. More research time and better resources allows our researchers to be best placed to continue to make discoveries to improve the health and wellbeing of children.

Position Overview

The Payroll Assistant is a key supporting role for the payroll team responsible for data processing and other daily payroll tasks. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Assistant ensures that all transactions and enquiries are completed with a high level of accuracy. This role will be trained in all areas of payroll administration on entry to MCRI.

We are seeking a motivated Payroll Assistant who is eager to learn as training will be provided.

**The role will see you with primary responsibility of**:
Processing changes to employees master file and reporting lines
Processing payroll deductions (salary packaging, car parking, crèche, employee events)

**End of months reporting**: GL reports, leave reports, master file reports, HR related data reports
Resolving employees and managers queries in a professional manner
Working collaboratively with other departments such as HR, IT and accounting

**About You**:
Very high attention to detail and problem solving skills
An analytical mind and good math skills
Ability to work autonomously and as part of the broader team
(Desired) SAP payroll experience
(Desired) Understanding of health awards

**To be considered, applicants should submit**:
Cover letter
Resume

All applicants, please be aware that in line with the Victorian Pandemic Orders and the Murdoch Children’s and VCGS COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all Murdoch Children’s and VCGS workers must be fully vaccinated (boosted), unless a valid medical exception applies.

**Closing Date**: 16 February 2023