Payroll Officer

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About the Role

Are you a Payroll Specialist looking for an opportunity to work either full time or part time (job share) and advance your career in a Not-for-profit industry?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Officer to join our team, we are open to options and would consider permanent full time, part time (job share) for our role based in Redfern.

Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, you will accurately process payroll, including timesheets, leave, terminations, superannuation, and other calculations, while managing payroll queries via email.

How you will make an impact:

• Process end-to-end fortnightly payroll for 11000 employees within a team / 1000 employees individually
• Process payruns weekly (based on fortnightly pay period)
• Process payroll autonomously with the iChris payroll software
• Calculation and payment of termination payments
• Respond to worker queries as required to ensure that matters or issues are resolved in a timely and accurate manner
• Undertake required processes in iChris and Salvos Workday to ensure accurate and effective data management

What you will bring

Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong analytical and minimum of 2-4 years payroll experience. It’s essential that you have excellent communication skills and enjoy working in payroll.

• Demonstrate 2+ years experience in a similar payroll processing role
• Exposure to high volume, fast paced environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll legislation and award interpretation
• A strong analytical background and proficient Excel skills
• Demonstrable experience in superior customer service
• Exposure to multiple EAs and award

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Hybrid working environment
• 9 day fortnight for full time employees
• An attractive salary including NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2650)
• Free on-site parking
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration