Payroll Officer

Randstad is currently a preferred partner with a reputable Local Council to recruit for the below role:

Payroll Officer
Inner Melbourne CBD
Full-Time 2-Month Contract
Hourly Rate: $49 - $52 per hour + super

Are you an experienced Payroll Officer with strong attention to detail and expertise in Chris21? We have an exciting opportunity to join a Local Council on a 2-month contract in a supportive team environment.

As a Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for assisting with payroll processing, responding to pay-related queries, and ensuring compliance with payroll policies and statutory requirements. Working closely with the Senior Payroll Officer, you will support payroll administration, reporting, and employee records management.

1. Assist with processing timesheets, overtime, and applicable allowances.
2. Respond to pay enquiries from staff and management, escalating as necessary.
3. Support payroll documentation processes, including employee commencements, salary adjustments, terminations, and deductions (bank, taxation, superannuation).
4. Maintain accurate employee records in Chris21 and Content Manager platforms.
5. Manage the Payroll inbox and provide prompt responses to employee queries.
6. Process third-party payments as required.
7. Assist in generating basic payroll-related reports.
8. Ensure payroll and HR processes comply with statutory requirements.

1. Strong experience navigating and using Chris21 in a payroll or HR capacity (mandatory).
2. Ability to manage tasks efficiently, communicate effectively, and follow leadership direction.
3. Works well in a team environment and remains calm under pressure.
4. Quick learner with the ability to grasp payroll processes and meet deadlines.

1. Tertiary qualification in a relevant field OR equivalent work experience.
2. Intermediate to advanced experience with Chris21 (mandatory).
3. Prior experience in payroll processing and administration.

Interested? What Next?

Apply now to submit your CV and cover letter.

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Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Role closes.