About the Role
We are currently seeking a permanent part-time Payroll Assistant to work 3 days a week, and all year round including during term breaks. As the primary point of contact for our Payroll team, this role works closely with the Payroll Manager to support fortnightly payroll queries and processing for teaching and non-teaching employees. This is a job for a 'can do' person, and if you take pride in managing queries with high levels of customer service, empathy and follow up, we'd love to hear from you!
What You Will Do
* Assist with payroll processing for some 700 staff on a fortnightly pay cycle
* Assist and collaborate with employees, line managers and HR around payroll queries received via MS Teams, email (Payroll inbox), phone, and in person
* Maintain accurate payroll records, including for new starters, exits and employment changes
* Regularly check and cross-check payroll records and calculations
* Assist with the calculation, checking and processing of termination payments and payroll adjustments
* Work with industrial awards and agreements around overtime, shift allowances, leave and penalty rates
* Contribute to end-of-month / end-of-year payroll reconciliations and reporting.
What You Will Bring
* A foundational understanding of Australian payroll legislation
* Knowledge of and ability to interpret industrial awards in relation to overtime, shift allowances, leave and penalty rates
* Ability to handle sensitive payroll information with confidentiality and discretion
* Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
* Proven pro-activity skills and ability to problem-solve as required
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Data entry skills with strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
* Proficiency in payroll software (preferably Micropay)
* Exposure to Time and Attendance software (preferably ConnX and/or Clipboard)
* Current Working with Children Check Clearance (WWCC) and First Aid / CPR certificates (or willingness to obtain).
In addition to experience in independent schools, experience with ELMO HRIS software would be well regarded.
Interested?
Further information, including a position description is available at https://www.ascham.nsw.edu.au/connecting/careers-at-ascham
To apply please go to SEEK and do so by 11.59pm on Friday 8 May. Applications should include a cover letter and resume (listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available).
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Children Safety Commitment
Ascham School seeks to provide a child-safe environment. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of our students, with school staff committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham's Child Safe policies and practices and our Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.
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