Part-Time Payroll Manager — Education Sector

St Hilda's School; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff onsite parking

Fitness Passport access

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Onsite Early Learning Centre proximity

Job summary

St Hilda's School on the Gold Coast invites applications for a part-time Payroll Manager (0.6 FTE) commencing 04 January 2027 or earlier by negotiation. You will lead end-to-end payroll for our staff and Early Learning Centre, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely reporting using the TASS platform.

The role combines hands-on processing with mentoring, budget involvement and process improvements. You will work with the Director of Business, Finance Manager and Principal to drive improvements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high level experience in managing complex payroll functions, preferably within education or not-for-profit.
• Proficiency in electronic payroll systems and strong data handling capabilities.
• Commitment to accuracy, confidentiality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of payroll operations for diverse staff groups.
• Lead process improvements and payroll system efficiencies.
• Prepare salary and FTE budgets, variance reporting and respond to payroll queries.

Skills

Payroll management

Compliance & data management

Change management

Leadership & stakeholder management

Communication & confidentiality

Education

APA Certification

Certificate IV in Payroll Administration

Diploma of Payroll Services (TPB-approved)

Accounting/Finance degree (preferred)

Tools

TASS platform

Job description

St Hilda's School on the Gold Coast invites applications for a part-time Payroll Manager (0.6 FTE) commencing 04 January 2027 or earlier by negotiation. You will lead end-to-end payroll for our staff and Early Learning Centre, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely reporting using the TASS platform.

The role combines hands-on processing with mentoring, budget involvement and process improvements. You will work with the Director of Business, Finance Manager and Principal to drive improvements