Job detail for Payroll Officer

• Full Time | 9 day fortnight | 36 hours
• Salary: From $86,611 plus superannuation
• Position Brief - Payroll Officer

About your new role

This position is responsible for providing responsive business support services in relation to people management transactions as they relate to pay and employment conditions. Working as part of a large team, you will play a vital role in maintaining service standards through the timely and accurate transaction of manual and electronic timesheet processing.

We currently have 2 fulltime opportunities available.

We're looking for people who have:

• Timely and accurate processing of weekly time sheets
• Interpretation and application of multiple industrial instruments
• Utilising a variety of software systems and programs
• Resolving queries in a timely manner
• End to end processing of people management transactions, including new starters, internal transfers, terminations, changes to employment conditions and leave applications in accordance with established procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement practices within the branch, identifying opportunities for business and process improvement.
• Maintain timely and accurate payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data into our Human Resource Information System (HRIS).

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight
• Personal and professional development courses
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

How to apply

To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person   Jansen Croft

Contact Email     JCROFT@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Closing Date       Thursday 8 October @11:59 pm AEST

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.