Payroll Advisor

1 day ago

Canberra, Australia Onpoint 365 Full time

Competitive rates at the APS4 level
- Located in Canberra (Remote working still considered)
- 12-month non-ongoing contract or s.26 transfer

**Payroll Advisor**
- **Competitive rates at the APS4 level**:

- **Located in Canberra (Remote working still considered)**:

- **12-month non-ongoing contract or s.26 transfer**:

- **Ability to obtain baseline security clearance**

Our Federal Government client is seeking a
**Payroll Advisor** to provide guidance, advice and support on pay related matters within the department.

**Overview**

As a Payroll Advisor, you would generally be required to undertake tasks of moderate complexity and work under general direction. You may supervise and provide leadership of a team and be responsible for coaching and training newer and less experienced members. You will be comfortable working in a dynamic environment where judgement and attention to detail is required.

**About the role**:

- Process a range of tasks related to the delivery of payroll and conditions of service including salary variations, calculation of allowances and final entitlements for staff cessations
- Supervise and provide leadership of a team and be responsible for coaching and training newer and less experienced members
- Maintain payroll data and complete payroll transactions and related correspondence in accordance with the payroll cycle
- Participate and contribute to the continuous improvement of the payroll team processes and practices

**Ideally, you will have**:

- Experience in undertaking pay transactions on an automated pay management system
- Ability to interpret employment legislation and provide accurate advice on employee entitlements
- Well-developed written skills, communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional customer service skills, including initiative and the ability to foster effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Is curious, has good problem solving skills, and able to learn and adapt
- Excellent organisational skills, including energy and drive to achieve results

**Required Education and Experience**:

- Experience in undertaking pay transactions on an automated pay management system
- Proficiency in Microsoft office products - particularly Microsoft Outlook and Excel
- Two to four years in payroll, finance, or HR administration
- Qualification in finance/payroll, administration or a related field

**How to apply**:
Applications received after submission may be considered for similar roles.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

**Reference: 1345816

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