About the Role
We are seeking an experienced permanent part-time Senior Payroll Officer to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll and remuneration administration for our School community.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is pivotal in ensuring the accurate and compliant delivery of payroll services, while supporting the broader Business Office operations. You will be an integral member of a collaborative Business Office team, which includes Finance, People & Culture, Risk & Compliance, IT, and Facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing & Administration
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Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process, including periodical payroll runs
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Maintain accurate payroll records in Synergetic for all employees
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Ensure all staff payroll variations are processed in a timely manner
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Process and validate timesheets, ensuring appropriate approvals
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Coordinate casual payroll processing
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Provide payroll, staffing and FTE analysis
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Support end-of-financial year payroll processes and STP finalisation
- Assist with audit requirements
Employee Records & Entitlements
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Maintain and update personnel and payroll records
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Administer employee leave entitlements
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Reconcile and report on accrued leave balances
Reconciliations & Compliance
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Prepare payroll journals and bank files for approval
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Reconcile superannuation and submit contributions via clearinghouse
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Reconcile payroll deductions, salary sacrifice arrangements, and general ledger accounts
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Support payroll tax and Workcover reconciliations and submissions
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Assist with FBT reporting and compliance
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
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Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing
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Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, superannuation, STP, and compliance requirements
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Experience with school awards or enterprise agreements is highly regarded
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Proficiency in payroll systems (Synergetic)
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
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Strong reconciliation and analytic skills
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Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
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High level of discretion, confidentiality and professionalism
Why Join Strathcona?
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional, to be part of a supportive and collaborative community. Work in a role that contributes to operational excellence and supports professional development.
This is a flexible part-time role that supports work-life balance.
How to Apply
Please submit:
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A current curriculum vitae; and
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A cover letter outlining your interest in the position and the experience, skills and strengths you would bring to the role.
Click on Position Description - Senior Payroll Officer (PDF)
Applications close on Friday 31 July at 4 pm. You are encouraged to apply early, as application review, screening and/or interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Child Safety Commitment
Strathcona Girls Grammar is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. We foster a child-safe culture and expect all staff to uphold our commitment to safeguarding students.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including, including thorough reference checks, a police check, and a Working with Children Check.
