Payroll Officer

SydWest Multicultural is not-for-profit organisations that are committed in providing a broad range of services across Greater Western Sydney, the Inner West and the City of Sydney. We are a leading organisation on cultural diversity offers flexible and integrated services across the life cycle for refugees and migrants; support for seniors; disability support; women and families; youth; housing support; and settlement services.

Our vision is to create an inclusive society where all people have equal opportunities to grow and thrive. Our organisational mission is to deliver quality services meeting diverse needs to maximise individual and community outcomes.

KEY PURPOSE

The Payroll Officer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality fortnightly payroll for 300+ employees, ensuring accurate processing of salaries in a time-sensitive manner.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• End-to-end payroll processing of 300+ employees on a fortnightly basis using KeyPay.
• Respond to payroll queries and process payroll amendments accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate payroll records and reports for internal and external reviews and compliance requirements.
• Reconciliation and payment of all payroll related payments, eg Superannuation, Salary packaging, PAYG etc.
• ATO/STP payroll compliance.
• Leave maintenance and payments including CSI portable long service levy calculations and reimbursements.
• Workers' compensation claims, payments and reconciliations
• Work collaboratively with HR and Rostering teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll
• Participate in the testing, implementation and review of payroll system changes, upgrades, integrations and new functionality

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Minimum of 3 years in payroll processing in payroll team office environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong customer service skills, polite in approach
• Exceptional attention to detail & accuracy
• Sound ability to interpret awards (SCHADS) and relevant legislation
• Demonstrated computer skills particularly regarding MicroPay (essential) WageEasy (desirable)
• Dedication to maintaining confidential information
• Solid understanding of payroll legislation and processes
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to work with competing deadlines
• Time management skills and ability to prioritise and plan
• National Police Check or the willingness to obtain one

YOUR KEY ATTRIBUTES FOR THE ROLE

Resilience and Courage

• Always be calm and act constructively in highly pressured and unpredictable environments;
• Give direct & honest responses;
• Accept criticism of own ideas and respond in a thoughtful and considered way;
• Continue toward goals in the face of difficulty and adversity.

Orientation and Self Management

• Maintain focus on goals;
• Independently pursue business objectives in an organised and efficient manner;
• Priortise work tasks to meet job responsibilites;
• Minimise work flow disruptions to complete high quality work within a specified time frame.
• Good communication and listening skills to ensure professionalism and correct information is provided.

Flexibility

• Adapt effectively to changing plans and priorties;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.

Willinginess to work and explore new systems