Payroll Officer
The Opportunity:
Newcastle Anglican has a great opportunity for a Payroll Officer to join the team. Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, you will be responsible for the provision of quality and consistent payroll/administrative activities and support to Newcastle Anglican, employees and other related parties. This role works as an integral part of the People & Culture team.
Why you’ll love working with us:
At Newcastle Anglican, we don’t just offer jobs â we offer purpose-driven careers. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
Growth & Development: Dedicated professional development support
Family Friendly: 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks partner leave + super contributions.
Smart Salary Packaging: Save on your rent, mortgage or bills â up to $611 per fortnight.
Education Perks: Up to 40% off school fees at our Anglican schools.
Wellness Boost: Access to over 300 gyms with Fitness Passport.
Mental Health Support: Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Career Progression: Real opportunities for advancement.
Flexibility: We support flexible work arrangements.
Role & Responsibilities: â¯
- Provide information and assistance to staff, by all forms of correspondence
- Undertake administrative duties as required including but not limited to, scanning, emailing, photocopying, typing, document production, data entry, record keeping and filing
- Accurately maintain personnel records
- Provide accurate payroll reports
- Assist in the preparation and processing of the fortnightly pay run, including checking timesheets, within the required deadlines
- Prepare, process, and report on workers compensation claims, including reviewing and reconciling of reimbursement schedules
- Process employee terminations, including providing employees with certificates of service when required
- Positively contribute to teamwork and embrace a co-operative approach to achieving outcomes
- Provide support across all Newcastle Anglican teams as required
About you?
- Qualifications in payroll or 2 years payroll experience in a similar role
- High proficiency in payroll data entry, including experience working in a high transaction volume environment
- Demonstrated competence with payroll systems and processes
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of confidentiality principles
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrated time management skills and an ability to prioritise tasks
- Experience with multiple awards and enterprise agreements
- Experience in using Preceda payroll software, or an equivalent system
- Experience in using Emplive or an equivalent time & attendance system
- Demonstrated knowledge of the education, health, disability or aged care sectors
Who we are?
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.
We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.
Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.
We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or for enquiries and a copy of the Position Description email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au
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