Here at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents.
The role
CBCity is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader – Payroll to lead and support the payroll team in delivering accurate, efficient, and compliant payroll services. The role oversees payroll operations, system management, customer service, and compliance with the Local Government Act, State Award, ATO, and superannuation requirements. As Council’s payroll expert, the position maintains payroll policies and procedures, upholds organisational standards, and serves as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related matters.
This role is offered as a permanent full-time opportunity, located in Bankstown.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- Lead and manage the payroll team to deliver accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services
- Ensure payroll operations comply with the Local Government Act, State Award, regulations, Council delegations, and internal policies
- Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and organisational standards
- Oversee payroll processing, system maintenance, customer service, and team wellbeing
- Serve as Council’s payroll and systems expert, ensuring compliance with ATO, superannuation, award conditions, and internal policies
- Act as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related matters, engaging external advisors and system providers as needed
*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.
You will have
- Minimum 5 years’ experience leading payroll teams and developing high-performing staff
- Extensive knowledge of payroll systems, processes, and data integrity
- Strong understanding of Award interpretation, industrial arrangements, and payroll compliance
- Experienced in developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures
- Excellent communication skills and commitment to confidentiality and client service
- Sound knowledge of taxation requirements, including single touch payroll
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
- Skilled in prioritising tasks and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic payroll environment
A valid Class C Driver’s Licence and experience with SAP HR/Payroll, SuccessFactors, WFS, or Kronos systems are desirable but not essential.
The salary for this position is $104,465 (Grade H, Step 1) + 12% super.
What’s on offer
- An attractive remuneration package.
- Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
- Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
- Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
- An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
For more information, please contact Sue Graham (SAP Business Analyst) at sue.graham@cbcity.nsw.gov.au or 0412 558 150.
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:
- Resume; and
- Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.
Applications close Wednesday 26 November 2025.
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.
