Payroll Officer

Talent; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 590,990 - 757,680; Part time

Job summary

A State Government organisation in Melbourne is seeking a Payroll Officer for a 6-month contract. The candidate will handle fortnightly payroll processing and maintain compliance within the Victorian Public Service. Proficiency in Chris21 or iChris is mandatory, along with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. This role is ideal for someone experienced in high-volume payroll environments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience using Chris21 or iChris (mandatory).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume payroll with accuracy.
• Experience working in VicGov payroll environments.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including fortnightly pay runs and adjustments.
• Respond to payroll queries and manage the Payroll inbox.
• Calculate and process leave, superannuation, deductions, and WorkCover payments.
• Ensure compliance with the VPS Enterprise Agreement, payroll tax, and reporting obligations.
• Liaise with Finance and external providers for payroll runs, reports, and end-of-month requirements.

Skills

Experience with Chris21 or iChris

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Payroll Officer to join a State Government organisation on a 6-month contract (with potential to extend). You will collaborate with a team, supporting fortnightly payroll processing, payroll reporting, and leave and superannuation management. This role is hands-on and suited to someone experienced in high-volume payroll in the Victorian Public Service, with expertise in Chris21 or iChris.

Base pay range

A$429.00/hr - A$550.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including fortnightly pay runs and adjustments
• Respond to payroll queries and manage the Payroll inbox
• Calculate and process leave, superannuation, deductions, and WorkCover payments
• Ensure compliance with the VPS Enterprise Agreement, payroll tax, and reporting obligations
• Liaise with Finance and external providers for payroll runs, reports, and end-of-month requirements

About You

• Knowledge and experience using Chris21 or iChris (mandatory)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume payroll with accuracy
• Experience working in VicGov payroll environments
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

If this sounds like you, apply now or email Ahmad at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and Finance

Industries

• Government Administration