Payroll Officer Needed, Gov Org, 6 Initial Contract, Great Opportunity & Pay Rate
Your new company
I am currently working with a well known government organisation in Geelong that is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join their team on an initial 6‐month contract. This department is known for providing high‐quality services to the community and offers a supportive and collaborative working environment.
Your new role
As the Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll services across the organisation. Your duties will include:
* End‐to‐end payroll processing using the ELMO payroll system
* Interpreting awards, EBAs and relevant legislation
* Responding to payroll queries and providing clear, timely resolutions
* Processing onboarding, offboarding, leave, deductions and employee variations
* Ensuring compliance with payroll policies, taxation and superannuation obligations
* Supporting reporting, audits and month‐end requirements
What you'll need to succeed
* Demonstrated experience in payroll, processing 200-300 timesheets fortnightly
* Proven experience using the ELMO - highly advantageous
* Strong understanding of award and EBA interpretation including allowances
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast‐paced environment
What you'll get in return
* 6‐month contract with potential for extension
* Stable and supportive government environment
* Competitive hourly rate based off experience
* Opportunity to enhance your payroll expertise
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click apply now or contact me directly on 03 5226 8***, or email me on ***********@hays.com.au
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