Specialist Payroll Services

Location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Ambulance Victoria

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Finance

Reference: AV/1789022

At Ambulance Victoria we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. It is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you join a team dedicated to bringing our vision of ‘Outstanding emergency health care every time' to life.

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to provide specialist payroll advice and support to facilitate the delivery of accurate, efficient and timely payroll services to AV employees in accordance with legislative requirements and industrial agreements. Additionally, this role will manage specialist payroll projects and initiatives. This is a full-time, permanent position currently based in Doncaster with Hybrid/WFH options available_._

**About the role**

Reporting to the Lead Payroll Support Services, responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

- Manage, liaise, and administer specialist payroll activities including liaison with external agencies for information, issue resolution and specific compliance functions
- Manage all aspects of Superannuation in relation to ESSS, HESTA, Clearing House for SuperStream, and Choice Super Funds in line with current legislation
- Undertake full suite of payroll and related administrative tasks regularly, to ensure accurate, timely processing and completion of payroll information in accordance with relevant industrial agreements and legislative requirements
- Accurately process payroll adjustments and related records, general master changes, taxation and superannuation in accordance with organisational processes and policies and relevant conditions
- Undertake project responsibilities and manage a range of specialist activities including analysis and data management
- Educate, encourage and coach others in the team and other stakeholders around the technical aspects and continuous opportunities benefits

**About you**

The successful applicant will have a degree or relevant industry certification with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and relevant experience. Experience in managing and delivering on payroll projects is also desirable. In addition, you will possess:

- Comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end payroll process and computerised payroll systems experience
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of payroll legislative requirements and industrial agreements
- Experience researching information to provide professional advice and create positive change
- Significant experience in providing quality customer service whilst ensuring compliance and quality
- Attention to detail using appropriate checking processes to ensure information is recorded accurately
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at various levels and work as an effective team member to assist in the achievement of work goals

**Working at AV**

As a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.

We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of **Care, Accountable, Respect and Excellence** to life at AV, we want to hear from you

Successful applicants will need to have received the mandated COVID-19 vaccinations and be willing to complete pre-employment screening including references, misconduct and Police Checks.

This position is graded at **AV3** under the Ambulance Victoria (Administration and Management Staff) Enterprise Agreement 2021.

Hybrid working options are available however it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at our Doncaster headquarters in line with our Hybrid work model.

**How to apply**
- Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position
- Current Resume
- Separate document addressing the selection criteria (detailed under ‘Key Selection Criteria' in the position description)
- At all levels of our organisation, a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people._