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Payroll Officer - Part-TimeGriffith City Council • Griffith City, Wagga Wagga City Council, Canberra, AU
Payroll Officer - Part-Time
Griffith City Council • Griffith City, Wagga Wagga City Council, Canberra, AU
5 days ago
Job description
About Us
Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they’re driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment.
About the Role
The purpose of the Payroll Officer position is to ensure the timely, accurate and efficient processing of payroll functions for Griffith City Council, in accordance with Council policies and procedures and relevant legislative and statutory requirements. The successful applicant will have a Certificate IV in Payroll Administration or demonstrated relevant experience in payroll processing, including experience with computerised payroll systems. Applicants are required to provide copies of all relevant qualifications, licences and certifications with their application. The successful applicant will also demonstrate sound knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements relevant to payroll, including industrial Awards, taxation and superannuation. Strong attention to detail, accurate record-keeping, effective time management and well-developed organisational skills are essential to the role.
About You
You’re a collaborative team player who values respect, integrity and shared success. You build strong relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. You take pride in your work, approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, and are motivated to make a meaningful contribution to your community.
You understand the importance of confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll and employee information. You are committed to delivering accurate and timely payroll outcomes within the requirements of the fortnightly payroll cycle.
What Griffith City Council Offers
- Stable, secure employment within a trusted and resilient organisation
- Work in collaborative, respectful teams where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
- Experience a broad range of interesting and impactful work that keeps your role engaging and rewarding.
- Generous leave provisions, including long service leave after 5 years and MyLeave – Pro rata basis
- Salary packaging options
Application Information
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process, which includes reference, identity, credential, and/or medical history checks. It may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a NSW Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to the successful clearance of all checks.
Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.
Additional Information
For any questions about the role, please contact Jacinda Cadorin on 1300 176 077.
Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQIA+ community, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants with disability are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Closing Date: 5 October 2026
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