Payroll Officer

Lane Cove Council; Lane Cove; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Annual performance reviews

Professional development and training

Employee wellness program

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

Lane Cove Council is seeking a Payroll Officer to administer end-to-end payroll services for staff on a permanent part-time basis. You will ensure accurate payments and entitlements in line with the Local Government (State) Award and council policies.

The role requires relevant qualifications or experience, strong attention to detail and the ability to handle high workloads during peak periods. Hybrid/ flexible options are available where eligible.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Payroll Administration, Business Administration or equivalent.
• Experience processing end-to-end payroll within an organisation.
• Experience interpreting industrial awards, enterprise agreements and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Administers payroll services accurately and timely.
• Ensures employee payments and entitlements are processed per awards, legislation and policies.
• Supports payroll processes under supervision of the Payroll Coordinator.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing

Payroll legislation knowledge

Privacy and confidentiality

Customer service skills

Excel proficiency

Time and workload management

Education

tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Bookkeeping or Payroll Administration

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Hours: Permanent Part Time - 21 hours per week

Salary: $48,347 - $50,768 per annum + 12% superannuation

About the role

Working under the direction of the Payroll Coordinator, You will be responsible for accurate and timely administration of payroll services, ensuring employee payments and entitlements are processed in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award, applicable industrial instruments, legislation, Council policies and payroll procedures.

About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Payroll Administration, Business Administration or a related discipline, and/or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the processing of end-to-end payroll within an organisation.
• Experience interpreting and applying industrial awards, enterprise agreements, employment contracts and relevant legislation.
• Sound knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory obligations, including PAYG taxation, superannuation, payroll tax and leave entitlements.
• High level accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Understanding of privacy, confidentiality and records management requirements relating to payroll information.
• Demonstrated customer service skills with the ability to effectively respond to employee and management enquiries.
• Proven ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work effectively during peak payroll periods.
• Proficiency in the use of payroll, human resources and time and attendance systems, together with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

What we offer

We are committed to supporting our people to do their best work. You'll have access to:

• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options for eligible roles
• Annual performance reviews and salary progression
• Extensive professional development and training
• Employee wellness program and discounted gym memberships
• Close to shops, cafes and the Lane Cove aquatic centre

About Lane Cove Council

Located on the lower North Shore, Lane Cove is a vibrant, close-knit community with a leafy village atmosphere. We deliver best-value services and facilities to our residents while building a sustainable, inclusive future - one that empowers children, young people and families to feel safe and supported.

We are a place where people genuinely care about their work and each other. Inclusion and diversity are central to everything we do, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and walks of life.

Council is an equal opportunity employer. We reflect the community we serve and encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please Note: This position is subject to a National Police Check and other mandatory checks as required throughout the recruitment process.

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or by contacting Lexxie Fox on 9911 3645.