Part-Time Payroll Specialist — Flexible/Remote Options

Shoalhaven City Council; Nowra; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Long service leave

Flexible working arrangements

Novated lease available

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a Payroll Officer to provide accurate, timely payroll services for Council employees, including system management, award interpretation, and record maintenance. You will support internal customers and contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities include timesheet processing, high-volume superannuation and deductions, and payroll reconciliations. A strong focus on accuracy and compliance with awards and Council policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in payroll processing within a medium to large organisation.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll systems and reporting tools.
• Current driver's licence (Class C).
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret and process timesheets in line with awards, agreements and policies.
• Process high-volume superannuation, deductions, taxation, and net pay.
• Review superannuation payments and provide reports to the ATO.
• Assist with reconciliation of weekly and monthly payroll, taxation, leave and deductions.

Skills

Payroll processing

Award interpretation

Timely reporting

Internal customer support

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a Payroll Officer to provide accurate, timely payroll services for Council employees, including system management, award interpretation, and record maintenance. You will support internal customers and contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities include timesheet processing, high-volume superannuation and deductions, and payroll reconciliations. A strong focus on accuracy and compliance with awards and Council policies is essential.