Payroll & Finance Officer

Make your payroll and finance skills count - join a purpose-driven team at Southern Stay.

About Southern StaySouthern Stay is a proud, accredited not-for-profit disability support organisation serving Southwest Victoria since 1982. With a workforce of around 300 dedicated staff, supported by a Board of Directors, we deliver a wide range of high-quality, person-centred services to more than 700 people with disabilities and their families across Warrnambool, Hamilton, Portland, and surrounding communities.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: to enrich lives by promoting choice, inclusion, and achievement. Guided by our values - Participant Focus, Empowerment, Respect, Inclusion, and Learning - we are committed to creating meaningful opportunities for participants and supporting our staff to thrive.

About the Payroll & Finance OfficerBased in Warrnambool, the Payroll & Finance Officer plays an integral role in supporting the organisation's Payroll operations. Reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager, this part-time role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll, supporting accounts payable and receivable functions, and assisting with financial reconciliations and reporting.

Working closely with staff across the organisation as well as external providers such as the ATO, auditors, and financial advisors, you will contribute to the smooth operation of payroll and finance processes. Your expertise will help ensure compliance, maintain robust systems, and provide excellent support to employees and the wider organisation.

About the Successful Candidate… YouYou are a reliable, detail-oriented, and organised payroll or finance professional with experience in payroll and bookkeeping. You thrive in a team environment but can also work independently to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy. Known for your excellent customer service skills, you provide professional support to staff while ensuring compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Accounting/Bookkeeping (or equivalent), with demonstrated payroll and bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and the National Employment Standards.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to prepare accurate reports.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service.

Desirable skills include familiarity with Employment Hero, Xero, or MYP, and experience working in the disability or community services sector.

Why Join Southern Stay?At Southern Stay, you'll find more than just a job - you'll find purpose. As a not-for-profit, we value our people and offer:

• Access to salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture.
• The opportunity to apply your skills in a role that supports both staff and participants.
• A workplace committed to continuous improvement and community connection.

Southern Stay acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and live. We are committed to equal opportunity and to building an inclusive, diverse, and flexible workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, and we are happy to provide adjustments during the recruitment process.

How to Apply and Further Information

Written applications, including a cover letter, a current resume, and responses to all Key Selection Criteria (which may be included in your cover letter), should be submitted to

Full key selection criteria can be found in the Position Description available at

For more information and confidential enquiries, please contact Jonathan Buckle via email on

If you require assistance during your interactions with us or during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can make adjustments for you.

Applications close at 5.00 pm, Monday, 20 October 2025