*$78,501 per annum (Band 5), plus super *Temporary Full Time until May 2023 *Parental Leave Replacement

Hume City Council is seeking a Payroll Officer to join the People and Culture team to provide payroll support to the organisation, maintaining a high level of accuracy to ensure all aspects of payroll services and processes are effieciently completed within timeframes.

As an experienced payroll professional you will be responsible for the processing of pay runs; generation of management reports, calculating and understanding of leave entitlements, as well as processing new starters and terminations.

You will also be comfortable using the other related systems that interact such as time and attendance systems and Employee Self Service (KIOSK).

Key Skills

• Previous experience as a Payroll Officer using electronic payroll systems (preferably CHRIS21 or iChris)
• Knowledge of EBA's, Award interpretation, Acts and Regulations
• Exceptional interpersonal, written communication and presentation skills
• The ability to communicate sensitive issues to various audiences and stakeholders
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to manage workload
• A customer focused attitude and proactive approach to work

Organisation Profile

Hume City Council is a leader in local government and is recognised for its innovation, initiative, leadership, service, quality and support for its people.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion and the principles of gender equality.

Our Council recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse and adhere to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and related legislation. Our people are required to observe child safe requirements and support the safety, participation, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Our strong commitment to social justice and the environment provides opportunities for employees to participate in various programs.

We offer flexible work arrangements and a range of other employee benefits to support employee's work life balance.

Hume City Council requires staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in accordance with the directions issued by the Victorian government. Where applicable, successful applicants will be required to provide a COVID-19 vaccination certificate or valid medical exemption.

For further information please view the position description or contact Ishrat Ali on 9205 2497.