* Band 5 $77,289 - $95,592 + super + monthly day off
* Join a small, collaborative payroll team of three with hands-on mentoring and strong peer support
* Work in a high-performing, hardworking team that values teamwork and shared success
* Be part of an organisation that supports professional development, including secondment opportunities
* Play a meaningful role in delivering an excellent employee experience across a large workforce
About Us
As one of Victoria’s fastest‑growing municipalities, Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and community‑focused organisation committed to delivering high‑quality services for our residents. We’re driven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and a genuine passion for creating a thriving, connected, and sustainable place to live and work.
We’re invested in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is encouraged, and your contribution has real impact. If you’re motivated, community‑minded, and looking to build a meaningful career in local government, you’ll find opportunity and purpose here at Cardinia
About the opportunity -
This is a hands-on Payroll Officer role where your expertise will ensure the accurate and timely delivery of payroll for a large and diverse workforce of over 700 employees. You will play a critical role in supporting employee confidence and trust by delivering a compliant, customer-focused payroll service aligned with Awards, legislation and Council policies. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys being the go-to payroll expert.
You will make an impact by
* Delivering end-to-end payroll processing for a non-negotiable fortnightly pay run supporting full-time, part-time and casual employees
* Ensuring payroll is processed accurately and compliantly in line with Awards, Enterprise Agreement, legislation and internal policies
* Maintaining HRIS integrity through accurate data entry, approvals, reporting and system security
* Providing responsive, accurate and customer-focused payroll advice to employees and external stakeholders
* Contributing to service improvement initiatives, projects, and system enhancements to improve employee experience
What you will bring
* Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end payroll in a medium to large organisation with at least 600+ employees
* Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, PAYG, superannuation, leave and salary administration
* Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain exceptional attention to detail
* Experience using HRIS and payroll systems (Aurion experience highly regarded) and strong MS Office skills
* Excellent communication skills with a professional, approachable and service-oriented mindset
* High level of accuracy, discretion and integrity when handling confidential information
* A proactive, adaptable approach with the ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment
Why work with us
* Activity based and hybrid work model.
* Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
* Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.
* A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
* A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.
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To apply
* Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
* Applications will be reviewed as they are received and suitable candidates may be contacted throughout the search process. Early applications are encouraged.
* For further information regarding the role Pooja Patel, position on 03 5943 4*** or refer to the position description.
Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 ***.
All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.
You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.