Senior Payroll Officer
Warragul
Part-time
Community College Gippsland (CCG) transforms lives and livelihoods through learning. While the history of our not-for-profit organisation dates back over 45 years, we are growing and evolving as we enter our most exciting chapter yet. Will you be a part of our future?
We are seeking a highly skilled individual to join our People, Culture & Safety team, with a predominant focus on payroll. The successful candidate will process payroll for 150 staff and growing, ensuring compliance and providing accurate information to stakeholders. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team and individually.
The role
As the Senior Payroll Officer, you’ll be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing while maintaining compliance and providing guidance and support to payroll team members and stakeholders.
This includes:
- Processing the fortnightly payroll (including wages, taxes, superannuation, and leave entitlements).
- Administering employee benefits (salary packaging, long service leave, etc.).
- Processing of Portable Long Service Leave on a quarterly basis.
- Ensuring compliance with legislation (ATO, Awards, Single Touch Payroll).
- Providing payroll reports and support budgeting processes.
- Researching and implementing payroll process design and system enhancements.
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
- Experience in end-to-end payroll processing (medium-sized organisation preferred).
- Proficiency in payroll software (Employment Hero or similar).
- Knowledge of awards and enterprise agreements.
- Strong people skills – collaborative and team-oriented.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively.
- Problem-solving mindset – ability to resolve issues proactively.
Requirements
- Certificate IV Payroll Administration (or equivalent experience).
- Membership (or willingness to join) the Australian Payroll Association.
- Clear Police Check & Working with Children Check.
- Current Victorian Driver’s License.
Benefits
- Salary packaging as a not-for-profit organisation, allowing increased tax-free threshold
- Great teams to work with
- Inclusive environment
- Purposeful work environment, making a difference in people lives
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free onsite parking
- Access to an onsite cafe
Community College Gippsland (CCG) is a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students. CCG supports and adheres to Child Safety Standards.
United we belong. Together we thrive.
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