Payroll Expert

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

• Permanent / Part Time / 21 hours per week
• Salary: $47,612 - $53,517 gross p.a. (Pro rata for 21 hours per week) plus 12% Super
• Located at the Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road, Nowra
• Join a friendly and supportive team of Payroll Experts

About the Role

Provide accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services for Council employees, including system management, award interpretation, record maintenance, and strong internal customer support, while contributing to process improvements. This includes:

• Accurate interpretation and processing of timesheets, ensuring calculations are in accordance with all relevant Awards, Agreements and Council policies, in a timely manner.
• Process high volume superannuation, deductions, taxation, deductions and net pay.
• Review superannuation payments and calculations providing a report to the ATO
• Assist with the reconciliation of the weekly and monthly payroll, taxation, leave, deductions and net pay.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

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

* Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.*

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and reliable, with strong payroll experience and a solid understanding of awards, legislation, and systems. They demonstrate excellent accuracy, organisational skills, and the ability to interpret industrial instruments, along with a customer-focused approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Applications Close: Sunday, 8 November 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Cristy Jones - Lead - Payroll - 02 4429 3***

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• NSW Welcome Experience

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.

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