Payroll Specialist

3 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia MidCoast Council Full time
Job Title: Payroll Officer

Are you looking for a role that combines finance, administration and community engagement? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Officer to join our Finance Department at MidCoast Council.

The role involves ensuring that all Council employees are paid accurately and on time, in line with legislative requirements and Council's procedures. You will be responsible for processing fortnightly payroll, maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee payroll data and assisting with reporting on leave entitlements and payroll-related metrics.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Process fortnightly payroll, ensuring all payments align with relevant agreements, contracts and Council procedures.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll data, including handling amendments with care and authorisation.
  • Assist in the calculation of termination payments, back pays, variations to allowances, award increases and annual review increases.
  • Support Worker's Compensation payments, collaborating with the Work Health and Safety team to meet legislative standards.
  • Ensure data integrity, audit trails and secure record-keeping across payroll operations.
  • Assist with reporting on leave entitlements and payroll-related metrics, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
  • Prepare, reconcile and remit superannuation payments, maintaining employee superannuation records fortnightly.
  • Complete required external documentation, such as Centrelink and Child Support Agency forms, and support end-of-year payroll finalization for ATO submission.

What You'll Bring:

  • Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant legislation.
  • Accuracy and Efficiency: Strong data entry skills with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Customer Service: A proactive approach to delivering quality service to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaboration: Ability to build constructive relationships, ensuring alignment with Council's strategic goals.

About MidCoast Council:

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and aim to provide an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact our HR representative.


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