Payroll Officer
Payroll Officer
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Job Description
St Margarets Anglican Girls School is one of Queenslands leading independent schools fostering in students confidence compassion academic excellence and a lifelong love of learning. We look for all staff to be committed to and in harmony with the Anglican ethos of the school.
In recognition of the schools commitment to providing an exceptional work environment for all staff St Margarets has been consistently awarded a 5-star Employer of Choice by The Educator. We are proud of our commitment to making St Margarets a leading place to work.
We are currently inviting applications for the following role:
Payroll Officer
The role
The Payroll Officer works under the direction of the Manager Payroll Services to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of payroll services for the school. Some key responsibilities of the role include:
- Preparing and administering the end-to-end function of payroll
- Providing accurate and timely advice and assistance to school employees on a range of payroll-related issues.
- Assisting with payroll-related projects and the constant development and improvement of payroll services provided to employees.
- Day to day administration requirements of the payroll function.
About You
This role would suit someone with a keen interest in payroll and a willingness to further develop their skills and knowledge in payroll. Ideally you will have had some experience to processing end-to-end payroll however we encourage both early career and experienced Payroll Officers to apply.
You will bring:
- Learning mindset genuine enthusiasm to learn further about Payroll and willingness to absorb knowledge from experienced professionals.
- Basic or Intermediate understanding of payroll concepts but keen to develop their skill further on the job.
- Experience in similar payroll position with an exposure or responsibility for end-to-end process for medium to large payrun.
- Have excellent customer service skills and be happy to assist with payroll queries in a timely manner.
- Thrive on ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and by the deadline.
- Interest in understanding payroll legislation and Enterprise Agreement (comprehensive training provided).
- Willingness to become proficient in Micropay and ConnX with our thorough training program.
What to expect
We are committed to providing a supportive work environment that fosters growth learning and development. Some of the benefits you would enjoy in this role:
- The opportunity to further develop your payroll knowledge supported by a highly experienced and encouraging Manager
- Comprehensive on-the-job training program tailored to your current skill level
- Supportive team environment with well established support in place to cover periods of leave
- A range of wellbeing initiatives offered to staff; employee assistance program free flu vaccinations and massages to name a few
- Staff discount for tuition fees
- Salary Packaging options
- Higher employer super contribution than standard legislation
- A great team environmentwith regular opportunities to participate in social activities school functions and morning teas
- A competitive salary to be negotiated with the successful candidate based on skills and experience.
This is a full-time role working on campus.
If youre someone who thrives on learning loves attention to detail and wants to build a solid payroll career with comprehensive support this is your opportunity. Join us and discover how rewarding it can be to develop your payroll knowledge in a supportive and friendly environment.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
A full position description for this role can be located here.
To Apply:Applications are to be addressed to the Principal and received by midday Wednesday 6 August 2025. As part of the online application process you will be required to complete the application form and upload a cover letter and resume. Shortlisting and interviewing will start immediately candidates are encouraged to apply without delay. Please notethis role is being re-advertised. If you have recently applied there is no need to reapply your application will be considered alongside any new applications.
Please note the successful candidate will require a valid blue card prior to commencing employment at St Margarets. Candidates that do not currently hold a valid blue card are advised to apply for a blue card to ensure they are job-ready.
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St Margarets support the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety welfare and well-beingof students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are required to undergo a screening process as part of the recruitment process and the successful candidate must comply with School policies and relevant legislation relating to Student protection.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
