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St Hilda's School | Gold Coast | Queensland
Commencing: 12 January ****
St Hilda's School, Gold Coast invites applications for the position of Payroll Manager commencing 12 January ****.
About the Position
As Payroll Manager, you will oversee all aspects of payroll operations for a diverse workforce spanning teaching, non-teaching, boarding, coaches, and early learning centre staff. This role combines hands-on payroll processing with managerial responsibilities, requiring you to ensure accuracy and compliance while driving process improvements and system efficiencies.
About You
You are a confident professional who demonstrates exceptional integrity, maintains strict confidentiality and exercises diplomacy and impartiality in all professional interactions. You have a genuine commitment to accuracy and compliance, with a deep understanding of the critical role payroll plays in employee satisfaction and organisational trust. You have demonstrated experience in managing complex payroll operations, preferably within the education or not-for-profit sector, and a proficiency in electronic payroll systems.
About Us
Located on Queensland's Gold Coast, we are one of Australia's leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls' education and world class facilities, St Hilda's School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement, grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.
Selection Criteria
Technical Expertise and Systems
– Demonstrated high level experience in managing complex payroll functions, preferably within the education or not-for-profit sector, with proficiency in electronic payroll systems.
Compliance and Data Management – Proven ability to conduct payroll audits, conduct detailed analysis and variance reporting, and manage sensitive data with discretion and integrity, exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
Leadership and Process Improvement
– Demonstrated capacity to lead process improvement and change initiatives, especially in regard to complex payroll systems and functions.
Communication and Stakeholder Management
– Demonstrated ability to provide clear, accurate and confidential advice on complex payroll matters to leadership and staff. Strong customer service orientation with a professional, and solution-focused approach to all aspects of the role.
Educational Qualifications and Experience
– At least one of the following certifications: Australian Payroll Association (APA) Certification, Certificate IV in Payroll Administration or Diploma of Payroll Services (TPB-approved). Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline are preferred but not essential.
Why Join St Hilda's School?
Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer staff use of the school gym, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities. Enjoy the convenience of an onsite co-located Early Learning Centre at very reasonable rates, providing peace of mind and proximity for staff with young families.
As a prospective member of the St Hilda's Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values and Anglican Ethos of the School.
The successful applicant must hold a current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or be eligible to obtain one prior to appointment and be willing to have their name submitted to the Anglican Church's Professional Standards Register.
Application Requirements
A maximum two-page A4 written response addressing the selection criteria
A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact details for two professional referees
Applications should be submitted by 4.00pm Sunday 06 December ****.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hilda's School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
Any questions about the position should be directed to Danielle Wruck, Director of Business and Operations at or .
Please do not submit applications to Danielle Wruck directly.
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