Aps4/5 Payroll Officer - Canberra, Australia - HorizonOne Recruitment

HorizonOne Recruitment

Verified Company

Canberra, Australia

1 week ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

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Description

Our client is a federal government department that develops and implements policies and programmes to ensure Australia's agricultural, fisheries, food and forestry industries remain competitive, profitable, and sustainable.

With approximately 5000 staff nationwide, they have excellent career opportunities for someone looking to pursue a career in agriculture, biosecurity and sustainability

The Opportunity:

Multiple opportunities exist for experienced payroll officers at the APS4 and APS5 level to work within a supportive payroll team to deliver accurate, timely and efficient payroll services including conditions entitlements for employees.

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to work based projects and improvement initiatives.

The Role:

As the Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for providing timely, accurate and comprehensive pay and condition services in a dynamic environment where judgement and attention to detail is required.

You will handle confidential information appropriately and value difference and diversity.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Administering leave and pay variations, including some of the more complex processes in relation to employee pays, superannuation, employee movements, commencements and separations
Preparing correspondence and provide accurate and timely advice to clients on payroll related issues
Actively contributing to positive team relationships and provide guidance and assistance to other team members
Perform testing for the Payroll Services Section
Handling escalations and prepare complex correspondence and provide accurate and timely advice to clients

The Ideal Person:

As an experienced Payroll Officer, you will have an excellent attitude with strong attention to detail and clear, concise communications skills.

You will be confident and able to identify process improvements and streamline where possible.

You will be a go-getter, with a positive and approachable manner, looking to commit to your next role and contribute to the organisation.

Salary / Rate:

- $45/hr - $55/hr + Super
month contract