Vacancy

Come and work in one of the most dynamic communities in Tasmania! We are looking for a collaborative person to join our team as a Payroll & Rates Officer.

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will be a proactive team member, ensuring payroll services are provided within budget and comply with relevant statutory obligations, regulations, codes, guidelines and Council policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a proven background in payroll management and associated reporting. You should be able to demonstrate adaptability and a proactive approach in a changing environment, showing a willingness to innovate and challenge existing practices and processes.

You will be committed to delivering quality services, possessing tertiary qualifications in Payroll or equivalent. Although not essential, previous local government experience would be highly desirable as well as knowledge and understanding of a rating environment.

You will be highly organised with excellent verbal and written communication skills, providing comprehensive payroll management support across the organisation, specifically relating to managing and coordinating pay runs and associated reporting.

You will possess the capacity to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced working environment, with proven experience in the provision of high-quality support in areas such as rates management and customer service, coupled with knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of accounting; OR the willingness to learn in these areas.

Proficient in computer literacy, including working with various financial software packages and databases such as Microsoft Excel and Xero. You will be capable of working effectively within small team environments as well as independently, meeting conflicting deadlines while also satisfying customer expectations

Salary Range: Administrative Level 4: $80,810 to $89,885 (pro-rata) and will be negotiated with successful applicant and will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

This position attracts a 15.5% superannuation entitlement (from 1 July 2025).

Other great benefits are:

- Flexible and family-friendly work arrangements
- Generous corporate fitness and wellbeing programs
- On-site staff parking
- Learning and development programs
- Paid parental leave
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Supportive team culture
- Employee Assistance Program

Position Hours: Part-Time: 3 days per week – Monday, Tuesday and Friday is preferred; however, we would be willing to negotiate with the successful candidate.

Typically, the working hours are from 8.15am to 4.45pm (30 minutes lunch).

Please note: A current National Police (Fraud) check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to commencement of employment.

Applications close at 7.00pm on Sunday, 15 June 2025.

How to Apply:

Applicants must address the selection criteria, accompanied by a resume and details of two current referees (see attached Position Profile including Position Description)