Payroll Officer

ResponsibilitiesPayroll Officer – Local Council, Inner Suburbs6-Month Fixed-Term Contract | ASAP Start | Hybrid Arrangement$82,635 per annum + 11.5% super (pro-rata) | 38 hours per week We are looking for a skilled Payroll Officer to join our client, a forward-thinking local council dedicated to providing exceptional services to the community. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your career within the public sector and contribute to an organisation that values integrity, collaboration, and excellence. This is a hybrid position. About the Role As a Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll functions. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing employee timesheets on a fortnightly basis with precision.
• Providing outstanding customer service by addressing payroll-related queries and concerns.
• Managing all assignment changes in Oracle HCM & Chris21, including promotions, higher duties, transfers, new starters, and terminations.
• Facilitating communication between departments to resolve payroll-related issues efficiently.
• Supporting special projects and initiatives as directed by management.

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a Public Sector, Not-for-Profit, Education, or Healthcare entity in a similar payroll function.
• Experience with Chris21 (highly advantageous).
• Experience with Oracle HCM (highly advantageous).
• Experience with Time2Work (highly advantageous).
• A detail-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with employees and stakeholders.

Apply Now If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today with your latest CV. For more information, contact Amanda Li at Public Sector People on 03 8535 3111 or via email at amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.