Moree Plains Shire Council is seeking a highly motivated individual to work within the Human Resources Team.

• Permanent Full-Time – 35 hours per week
• Location - Moree
• Attractive Salary ranging from $1,176.40 up to $1,352.65 (PLUS superannuation) depending on qualifications and experience
• Salary packaging options
• Rostered day off every 3 weeks - an extra 17 days off a year!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Payroll and Human Resource Generalist will be required to support the coordination of efficient payroll functions and undertake the administrative delivery of the day-to-day processing of the employee payroll in an accurate and timely manner. The role will also provide administrative support across the Human Resource functions of Moree Plains Shire Council.

Other duties include:

• Assist with ensuring Council’s payroll system is fully utilised, maintained and developed,
• Assist in the review of payroll processes and procedures, including reviewing payroll manuals and payroll forms.
• End-of-year procedures are followed including lodgement of taxation requirements e.g., payment summaries, under the supervision of the Payroll Officer.
• Assist with superannuation processing and payments
• Reviewing and payment of higher duties roles as required
• Providing quarterly reports on current higher duties allowances paid to employees

Further details about the role can be found in the Position Description. 

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications: 

• Certificate IV in Accounting, Finance, Human Resource Management or Business Administration.
• Previous experience in payroll or a similar finance role OR strong numeracy skills and a strong attention to detail paired with an enthusiasm to learn.
• Sound experience working within a busy office environment, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy and professionalism in relation to all personal, financial and corporate matters.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Experience or an understanding of applying and interpreting awards and legislation.
• NSW Police Check Clearance.
• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence.
• Demonstrated accuracy in data entry together with the ability to produce high-quality documents including letters, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Excellent computer skills, with the ability to craft, edit and format detailed documents, presentations and spreadsheets, and maintain these with confidence.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR COUNCIL

• Long service leave after 5 years of employment.
• Flexible working arrangements with a rostered day off every 3 weeks - an extra 17 days of a year!
• Salary packaging opportunities to maximise take home pay
• 11% employer contribution to superannuation.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• 15 days sick leave.
• Educational assistance for career development.
• Subsidised corporate wardrobe.  

This position closes at 11:59pm Wednesday 26 June 2024.

HOW TO APPLY

Please address the selection criteria below.  All applications must be made online only.  

To maximise your chance of gaining an interview for this position, it is important that you address the essential and desirable criteria. To find out more, please read Moree Plains Shire Council's guidelines & Checklist for job applicants. 

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s Human Resources Team on (02) 67 573 222 or via email jobs@mpsc.nsw.gov.au

Our commitment to safety:

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to safety. A pre-employment health check and a three-month probationary period apply to all positions. All employees are subject to drug and alcohol screening at the pre-employment health screening and random testing will occur throughout the probationary period.

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.