Are you a proactive and enthusiastic individual with a keen eye for detail and accuracy and excels in high quality customer service? We are looking for a superstar to join our Payroll Team as a Payroll Officer undertaking a variety of activities relating to the payroll function. This is a fast-paced position and an exciting opportunity for someone wishing to progress their career, increase their skillset and gain invaluable experience.
Working with us:
At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.
The role of Payroll Officer includes:
• Perform all Payroll function efficiently including entry/upload/process/check & master file maintenance
• Payroll reconciliations/computation & provision of supporting documentation
• Calculate termination payments & related documentation.
• Reconcile & pay monthly superannuation, payroll creditors and PAYG tax
• Respond to and follow up on Payroll enquiries.
• Assist with EOFY ATO STP requirements
• Complete returns for Centrelink & Australian Bureau of Statistics
• Process Certificate of Service for Council staff transfers on termination & hire.
• Provide Local Government (State) Award interpretation relating to Payroll
What we are seeking in our new team member:
1. Accounting Certificate
2. 5 years’ experience in a similar role
3. Team player with high attention to detail and accuracy
4. Experience with the use of payroll systems (CIA desirable)
5. Sound knowledge of payroll principles and practices
6. Competent written and oral communication and strong customer service skills
Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates starting from $89,870 per annum plus superannuation, paid weekly. You can also earn a Performance Bonus (Up to 2% annual salary) + Organisational Bonus (up to $2K) (pro-rata) and have access to Learning & Development opportunities, Active Social Club, Aquatic and Fitness membership discounts & Fitness Passport.
Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council and submit your application online by 5pm on 16 January 2026. As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged, and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.
You can also request adjustments throughout the recruitment process to set you up for success. If you require any adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au.
People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
