We’re looking for a professional Payroll Officer with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a 18 month full-time maximum term basis, working 38 hours per week based in Fitzroy.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve. 

THE ROLE

The Payroll Officer is responsible for assisting in all areas of the fortnightly payroll process and assist staff and managers with payroll related queries. 

• Code and process time sheets to the payroll in a reliable, timely and efficient manner ensuring that the correct people receive the correct amount of pay on the due date and in compliance with relevant award determinations and/or the Brotherhood Enterprise Agreements.
• Assist in the coordination of leave entitlements and staff benefits, including salary packaging.
• Promptly process pay and other adjustments as required.
• Input to the payroll system the details of new staff commencements, including the processing of taxation, banking and superannuation details.
• Process any changes in conditions of employment (including terminations) which effect pay and benefits by adhering to strict payroll procedures and processing with less than (< ) 5% error rate. 

Salary will be in the range of $69,280.93 to $74,288.26 per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Experience in working in payroll
• Demonstrated knowledge and competency in Chris21, PageUp, Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Excel and Outlook Sound understanding and ability to interpret Certified Agreements and Awards as required
• Demonstrated capacity to complete detailed payroll work accurately and to deadlines
• Ability to process WorkCover payments 
• Ability to provide a courteous approach to telephone pay queries
• Highly-developed administration, computer skills and competency in Microsoft Program
• Chris21 working experience is preferable 

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Sanjeev Arora on 0451384148 for a confidential discussion.

To view the Position Description, please click here.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence adheres to Government mandates in relation to COVID-19. 

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.