Wingecarribee Shire Council

Team Leader Payroll

Team Leader Payroll
Permanent full-time opportunity -35 hours a week
Enjoys a Variable day off every 19 days
Flexible working arrangements - WFH Opportunities
Salary Ranging from $100,946.04 - $117,316.16 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation

The Role

This role oversees the efficient processing and payment of Council employees in accordance with relevant legislative and award requirements and in line with Council’s policies and procedures. Provide accurate and timely information and advice to external and internal clients.

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is the Local Government Authority (LGA) for the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales. We are a thriving regional centre located midway between Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong and is a recognised place of arts, culture and style for our visitors and our community. A great place to explore the abundance of outdoor activities or to raise a family with a range of excellent health and educational options for all ages. It’s the place to be!

Our Values are Resilience, Empathy, Sustainability, Pride, Efficiency, Courage and Teamwork. Our Values Drive the Way We Work!

Essential Criteria

1. Minimum 3 years' experience within senior payroll or equivalent role
2. Demonstrated experience in a senior payroll position with the ability to prepare complex reconciliations and the completion of financial reports.
3. Strong spreadsheet and database skills within the Microsoft Office Environment.
4. Excellent customer service and communication (verbal and written) skills.
5. Ability to drive change through policy, procedural and system improvements.
6. Demonstrated capacity to coordinate and mentor staff.
7. Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. High attention to detail and ability to prioritise and complete tasks efficiently and to deadlines.
9. Be willing to undergo a National Police Check before commencement

Benefits

• Attractive Salary Remuneration + 11.5% Superannuation per year
• Variable Days Off every 4 weeks
• Time off for Blood Donors
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Working from Home Opportunities
• Four weeks annual, three weeks sick leave and two Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
• Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
• Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
• Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup

How to Apply

For further information about the position or the application process, please contact Stephen Joss (Deput CFO) on 02 4868 0888. To apply, please ensure to submit the following documents:

• Resume: Provide your current resume, detailing your professional experience and qualifications.
• Statement of Claims: Address the essential criteria mentioned in the job description in a statement of claims format.
• Please Upload: Additional Tickets, Qualifications and Certificates relevant to the role.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications are to be received by 5 March 2025.