Payroll Specialist

- Salary $105k to $117k per annum + 12% Superannuation
- Full Time
- New Position

Overview

Whitehorse City Council seeks a payroll leader to deliver accurate, timely and compliant payroll services. The role provides strategic oversight of payroll policies, procedures and systems, driving continuous improvement and strong governance. It includes high-level administration and technical support of the HR/Payroll system, training and capability building for system users, and the development and maintenance of payroll systems and frameworks to support operational excellence and a positive employee experience.

Responsibilities

The role is responsible for leading Council’s payroll function to ensure delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services. The position provides strategic oversight and governance of payroll policies, procedures, and systems, and supports continuous improvement across payroll operations.

About you / Qualifications

To be considered for this position you will have:

- Tertiary qualifications in Payroll, Finance, Human Resources, or a related discipline (desirable).
- Extensive experience managing and administering payroll in a medium to large organisation, with a strong focus on compliance, governance and audit requirements.
- Strong customer service, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisation.
- Demonstrated experience in HR/Payroll system administration and reporting, with strong technical skills in Microsoft Office and payroll systems.
- Proven leadership skills, including the ability to guide, mentor, and support team members to achieve high performance and continuous improvement.

What we offer

The ability to make a difference - Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse. Every day you will see how the work you are involved in benefits the diverse community.

Great working conditions – a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work life balance.

An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering – Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g. Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g. stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges).

Career opportunities – engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience.

Transformation – We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community. We empower all of our employees to be innovative and continually strive toward improvement.

Reward & Recognition – extensive reward and recognition program, corporate learning offerings, study assistance and comprehensive leadership development programs.

Further information and how to apply

Further information is available from Suzy Ellingsen on 9262 6007. To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (max 5 pages) and a one-page statement addressing the selection criteria and what you would bring to the role by Sunday 21 September 2025.

Download the Position Description: Payroll Specialist

About Whitehorse

City of Whitehorse is a culturally and linguistically diverse community. We are committed to upholding a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace that values the contribution of all. Whitehorse City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation with policies, procedures and training to achieve this commitment.

Whitehorse is located 15 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD and serves a diverse community of almost 177,000 people. We are one of Melbourne’s largest metropolitan councils with a workforce of around 1,300 employees and a broad range of services across community services, city development, infrastructure, corporate services and transformation directorates. Our employees help us achieve our goals.

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