Payroll Officer

Torres Strait Island Regional Council; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Public holidays gazetted by TSIRC

Uniforms

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Torres Strait Island Regional Council is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Officer to support accurate, timely payroll delivery. Reporting to the Payroll Coordinator, you will ensure employees are paid correctly in compliance with legislation, awards and superannuation requirements.

The role provides high-level payroll processing support, assists with fortnightly and special pay runs, maintains records, and covers for the Payroll Coordinator during absences.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing and administration within a medium to large organisation.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in a deadline driven environment.
• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, local government awards, industrial relations legislation and payroll compliance requirements.
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally.
• A collaborative approach and the flexibility to provide payroll coverage and support when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level payroll processing support, assist with Fortnightly and special pay runs, and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Maintain reporting and payroll documentation in line with statutory and organizational requirements.
• Provide full coverage for the Payroll Coordinator during planned and unplanned absences.
• Act as a central point of contact for payroll related enquiries from employees across Council.

Skills

Experience in payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference!

What we offer:

• Based in Cairns or any TSIRC Division
• Full-time permanent, (Division based) or Full-time fixed term 2 years (Cairns based)
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Additional public holidays gazetted by TSIRC
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 'outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

About the role:

We are seeking a detail oriented and customer focused Payroll Officer to support the accurate and timely delivery of Council's payroll services. Reporting to the Payroll Coordinator, this role plays a key part in ensuring all employees are paid correctly and on time, in compliance with relevant legislation, industrial awards, certified agreements, taxation and superannuation requirements.

The Payroll Officer provides high-level payroll processing support, assists with fortnightly and special pay runs, and maintains accurate payroll records and reporting. The role also provides full coverage for the Payroll Coordinator during planned and unplanned absences and acts as a central point of contact for payroll related enquiries from employees across Council.

What we're looking for:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in payroll processing and administration within a medium to large organisation.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in a deadline driven environment.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly learn, local government awards, industrial relations legislation and payroll compliance requirements.
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally.
• A collaborative approach and the flexibility to provide payroll coverage and support when required.

Other Requirement

• The preferred applicant will require a National Police Certificate upon commencement.

Note: Suitable applicants maybe interviewed and appointed before the closing date.

For more information please contact Kim Jones, A/g Payroll Coordinator on 07 4034 5777

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees