We have an exciting opportunity for a for a permanent full-time Payroll Officer to join our Human Resource team at our Redfern, NSW office. The Payroll Officer ensures the accurate processing of the payroll, including timesheets, leave, termination calculations, superannuation and other payroll calculations. They are the go to person for payroll queries via email.

As a Payroll Officer you will:

• Process end-to-end fortnightly payroll for 11000 employees within a team / 1000 employees individually
• Process payroll autonomously with the iChris or Chris21 payroll software
• Calculation and payment of termination payments

You have:

• 5+ years' experience in a similar payroll processing role is preferred.
• Experience using iChris/Chris21 or a similar payroll system
• Demonstrable experience in superior customer service
• Exposure to multiple EAs and award and high-volume (+11,000 employees) payroll processing.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll legislation and best practice to be applied in the payroll space.
• A strong analytical background and proficient Excel skills

You are:

• Able to work to tight deadlines.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to learn new processes quickly.
• A friendly, proactive, can-do attitude
• Proactive and assertive: you take ownership of your work and think beyond the scope of a given assignment
• Strong at communicating with employees from different levels

What's on offer

• Competitive salary with generous salary packaging arrangements
• Flexible work arrangements (working from home)
• 9 day fortnight

How to Apply

If you would like to work for one of Australia's leading not-for-profit organisations and have the satisfaction of knowing that your career contributes positively to the lives of thousands of Australians each year, please apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

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The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

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