About us

Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based professional therapy and support services to children and families, who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Established in 1988, we have helped over 170,000 children, young people and families at our 30 centres across Australia.

Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

About the job

We are seeking a Senior Payroll Officer join our friendly and supportive Finance and Business Analytics team based in Milton. This position is full-time, ongoing.

Reporting to the Finance and Business Analytics Manager and working closely with the Finance team, this role will ensure the processing and payment of payroll, superannuation and related transactions occurs in a timely and accurate manner, as well as providing payroll related services to internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the processing of all payroll, superannuation and related transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Address payroll queries and provide payroll analytics, reports and information to internal and external stakeholders as required in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain and update all payroll related internal and external databases including payroll system, HR system, superannuation management and processing system, government and ATO portals.
• Review the completeness of approved payroll workflows including timesheets, leave applications and change of employment details.
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures and practices, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of payroll legislation and regulations so as to alert the Finance and People and Culture team of any relevant changes; and prepare and implement these changes in a timely and effective manner.
• Understand and interpret relevant employment awards and national employment standards, and ensure that our payroll and HR system set up and configurations reflect the interpretations.

About you

• At least 6 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in the use of Sage MicrOpay Meridian.
• Current knowledge of PAYG and related income tax legislation.
• Strong knowledge of and experience in interpreting and applying modern award conditions and national employment standards.
• Experience using ConnX or other similar HRIS integrated with payroll systems.
• Evidence of payroll or other relevant professional development and training is advantageous.
• Eligibility for a positive Working with Children Check in the applicable state of employment in Australia or exemption based on professional qualifications and registration.

With over 30% of our employees identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, we encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the pay

• Attractive negotiated base salary plus 10% superannuation (pro-rata for part-time);
• In addition, as a registered Not for Profit/Charity, we offer excellent salary packaging options through RemServ which can significantly increase your take home pay.

About the benefits

• Overall winner of HRD Employer of Choice 2019 (100-499 employees)
• Winner of HRD Employer of Choice 2019 in (1) Health & Wellbeing (2) Leadership (3) Work-Life Balance
• Strong values based organisation
• Excellent professional development options (including annual professional development fund opportunities)
• Paid parental leave and study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program including Health & Well-being Portal
• A friendly and flexible work environment to support work/life balance

About applying

Click on ‘Apply for this job’ to submit an application or for more information about the role, contact Marion Kaiser on 0438 124 738 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Payroll Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

Covid-19 Vaccinations

A requirement of employment is for the successful candidate to be fully vaccinated with the prescribed doses of an approved vaccine against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.

Act for Kids will be reviewing job applications when received, therefore, we encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.