Coordinator Payroll Services

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Executive Level, $161,105.00 - $212,583.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12846

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Five weeks of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Health & wellbeing services - with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention.
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What is the role?

Business Services sits within the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Command. Business Services is a multifaceted branch, which directly contributes to AFP operational outcomes, providing support and enabling our people to deliver maximum impact to the criminal environment. The experience you bring to the role will benefit the organisation by:
Providing high-quality corporate services to the AFP (supporting the frontline)
Manage and implement business and system improvements to remove barriers, speed up decision making and increase efficiency (Reducing red tape)
Provide training and help desk facilities to enhance partnerships, engage and work closely with our both our members and external stakeholders (enhancing partnerships)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Payroll Coordinator to take charge of our payroll functions. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, through the operationalisation of HR Policies and relevant legislation. You will provide ongoing leadership, mentorship and coaching to multiple and diverse high performing payroll teams. Utilising your collaboration skills you will engage with members from various Commands across the AFP in the delivery of payroll services.

The Coordinator is required to ensure outcomes are delivered in accordance with Business Services strategic priorities, regulatory frameworks, and the AFP Code of Conduct. It is expected that the successful applicants will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the positions as outlined below.

Business Services offers and employs a range of flexible work options by mutual agreement and in accordance with operational priorities including but not limited to part time and flexible work arrangements.

What will you do?

In the role of Coordinator Payroll Services, you will provide leadership and strategic direction to deliver Payroll outcomes. This role has in depth knowledge and understanding of the AFP business and the impact of roles and functions undertaken in relation to the organisations reputation in effectively managing Payroll Services functions. Reporting to Manager Business Services, Coordinator Payroll Services is a crucial part of the Business Services Leadership Team.

Develop systems to process payroll account transactions
Oversee processing of payroll changes and system upgrades
Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies
Supervise and coach Payroll Team Leaders and members
Liaise with auditors
Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) and accounting teams
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
Deal with escalated and more complex payroll related queries and issues
Implement strategies to lead the team to achieve desired outcomes within set timeframes

Essential Requirements
NV1 security clearance (Or the ability to obtain one)
Proven experience as a payroll leader or similar role
Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related legislations, preferably in the Commonwealth Government
Sound experience with payroll software, particularly SAP/SuccessFactors
Demonstrated leadership, strategic and analytical capability, including leading multiple and diverse teams
Demonstrated ability to develop capability to support the AFP’s workforce including guiding, mentoring and coaching as required
Outstanding communication skills (writt