Payroll Support Officer

Moira Shire Council are seeking an administration assistant to provide support to their Payroll and Human Resources areas.

We are seeking someone who has experience in payroll administration and coordination, high level administration tasks, data entry and  record keeping and who also has an understanding of the importance to confidentiality. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Data entry and maintenance of the Council’s payroll function and reconciliation of payroll related data including input of journals to appropriate General Ledgers.
• In consultation with the Executive Manager People & Culture and the Payroll and Systems Administrator provide relevant accurate and timely advice and information to all employees on payroll matters in accordance with all statutory and award obligations.
• Assist in the production and reconciliation of end of year payroll reports.
• Assist with the reconciliation of payments related to Workcover claims

ABOUT YOU

• Diploma with little or no experience, or lesser formal qualifications with work skills and relevant experience.
• High level computer literacy incl. payroll/HRIS, MS Excel & Word.
• Demonstrated relevant experience in payroll administration and coordination, including a demonstrable understanding of superannuation, taxation etc.
• High level oral, written & interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience and understanding of financial processes.

ABOUT US

Moira Shire Council is an innovative and progressive local government organisation committed to serving the needs of communities across a large regional shire located on the Murray River almost 3 hours north of Melbourne. Extending from the iconic Barmah Forest along the Murray River our region includes four major towns - Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Yarrawonga, one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations.

The area’s warm Mediterranean climate, appealing natural environment and location means Moira is home to agricultural, horticultural, viticultural and tourism operations. Such attractions include wineries, historic homesteads, galleries, craft shops, licensed clubs, water sports, fishing, beaches, forests, lakes, rivers and wetlands.

We pride ourselves on our friendly environment and offer:

• A family friendly workplace that live by our values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Honesty and Teamwork
• The opportunity for flexible work arrangements
• Attractive salary and the ability to salary package
• Onsite physiotherapist and a health and wellbeing consultant
• Career progression and professional development
• Discounted corporate gym membership

The successful applicant will be required to complete a National Police History Check prior to commencement 

To view more information, and other positions that we are currently recruiting for, please click here.

For more information please contact People and Culture on 03 5871 9222 or email our Moira Careers Team on careers@moira.vic.gov.au

An opportunity to join the Moira team and develop your career with an innovative leader committed to delivering excellent services.
Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly work place.