At Melton Christian College, the Payroll Officer plays a vital role in supporting our commitment to caring for our staff through accurate, timely and compliant payroll services. This position is part of the Finance and Risk Team reporting to Finance Manager and works closely with the Human Resources functions and the Director of Business Operations.
Job Description
The Payroll Officer ensures staff are paid in accordance with College policies, employment agreements, and relevant legislation, while also contributing to financial reporting, workforce planning and compliance requirements. This role values integrity, stewardship and service which are key to maintaining trust and operational excellence within our growing College.
Desired Skills and Experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
Employment and Onboarding
Payroll Management
Payroll Forecasting & Budgeting
Exit and Offboarding
Compliance and Reporting
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Share the vision and purpose of the College, reflecting God’s character in all that we are
Reliable, able to maintain confidentiality, have a mature attitude with well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Committed to Christian education and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ
Accounting/Finance qualification or relevant accounting or finance experience
Proven experience in end-to-end payroll functions
A team player with well-developed organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Competent with Microsoft Office Package
Experience working with computerised accounting & payroll software. School accounting & payroll software is desirable
Proven experience in Awards interpretation and relevant legislation