An APS 4 Payroll Officer vacancy is available for a 6-month non-ongoing contract (Labour Hire or s26), with part-time or full-time options, free parking, and EMPOWER experience highly regarded!
APS Level 4 Payroll Officer
Aboriginal Hostels Limited
Non-ongoing, Labour hire or S26
Full-time (75 hours per fortnight) or Part-time (minimum 3 days per week)
Up to 2 days working from home following training
Contract Length: 6 months with the possibility of an extension.
Non-ongoing salary: $71,560 - $78,001 pa (pro-rated for part-time)
* 4% superannuation
* Regular salary packaging options for vehicles, superannuation and laptops etc PLUS, ability to salary sacrifice $15,900 per FBT year for rent, mortgage or living expenses. This benefit reduces taxable income, increasing fortnightly take-home pay.
* Free all-day parking options located close by
Labour hire rates: $48 - $55 per hour plus 11.5% super (increase to 12% from 23 rd June 2025)
Location: National Office - Phillip ACT
Requirement : Experience with EMPOWER HRMIS essential, plus proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets.
Duties and Responsibilities
Payroll Processing & Compliance
* Accurately process a wide range of salary, leave and entitlement-related transactions, in accordance with relevant legislation, delegations, policies, and procedures.
Operational Support
* As required, provide internal clients and managers with general advice and guidance in relation to the submission of leave, completion of employee timesheets, and other employee-related documentation.
Regular Tasks
* Assist with processes that ensure AHL's PAYG taxation, superannuation, and payroll deductions are correctly calculated, paid, and reported in accordance with associated guidelines. Undertake salary and/or leave reconciliation tasks, as required.
Superannuation
* Undertake fortnightly reviews to update employee payroll records and ensure that associated superannuation contributions are correctly administered, paid, and reported.
Correspondence
* Prepare and send payroll-related correspondence, including e-mails, to ensure that AHL employees receive accurate and timely advice regarding their entitlements and associated conditions of employment.
Documentation
* Maintain the personnel and leave records of AHL employees, in an accurate and timely manner.
Customer Service
* At all times, provide internal and external clients & agencies with a high level of customer service and support.
NOTE: Whilst this duty statement summarises the purpose of the job and lists its key tasks, it is not a definitive list of all the tasks to be undertaken. Tasks can vary at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the employee. To deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is needed and the employee may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above.
Skills and Experience required
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
* In-depth understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and issues affecting First Nations peoples.
* Demonstrated ability to support outcomes for First Nations peoples and the demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with First Nations peoples.
* Experience and knowledge of payroll administration and the application of legislation relating to employment, pay conditions and entitlements.
* Knowledge of superannuation and experience in the application of scheme legislation and scheme rules.
* Sound analytical, numeracy, and financial skills, including the ability to interpret and provide advice on entitlements, legislation, and policy.
* Well-developed administration skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
* Experience in the operation of a contemporary Human Resources Management Information System (such as EMPOWER ) and word processing and spreadsheet software
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Previous payroll experience within the Australian Public Service is desirable.
Recruitment Initiatives
This is an Identified Position and Indigenous jobseekers are encouraged to apply, as well as non-Indigenous jobseekers with a demonstrated commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and display respect and dignity in all their dealings with staff and residents.
Eligibility
* Be an Australian Citizen
* Undergo a Satisfactory National Criminal History Check (prior to engagement)
* Meet Fitness for Duty requirements (prior to engagement)
This pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading
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