When you join Sparkways you’re joining an organisation with a 140-year history of making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

Are you ready to make a difference as Payroll Officer in our Finance team?

Much more than data entry – The Payroll Officer role is responsible for supporting the whole payroll team to; process fortnightly payrolls and all payroll related matters, maintain accuracy and integrity of payroll system data, assist staff and management with payroll related queries.

You will be part of a friendly and professional team providing Payroll services to a staff of over 450 in a range of departments including early learning, youth mentoring and shared services.

Benefits of working at Sparkways

In addition to a base salary of $36.44 per hour plus super, you can access the following:

• Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits, which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more!

Experience & Competencies

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role, payroll or office administration.
• Proficient working in a flexible and autonomous role, with the ability to work from home
• Ability to work autonomously, methodically and prioritise and work efficiently on a fast paced and robust environment.
• Proficient in the use of a payroll system, preferably Employment Hero
• Expert in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Can communicate effectively, with high level computer skills, written and verbal capability.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting awards and agreements

What we can offer you

• Hybrid work arrangements - WFH & minimum 1 day per week at our Carrum Downs office
• Flexible working hours - up to 20 hours total - You must be available to work from the Carrum Downs office on Tuesday, the other days and hours can be flexible.
• Increase your take-home pay with access to salary packaging benefits
• A supportive and friendly team!

Any questions?

Email /call Ash-lee - Talent Acquisition Lead

• [email protected]
• 0461 365 955

How to apply

Apply through the Seek link or send your application to [email protected]

Attach your current resume and cover letter, outlining your skills and experience

About Sparkways

At Sparkways, we believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for lifelong success.

Our mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education that sparks curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in young children.

We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children can explore, play, and grow.

We are here to spark change!

Child safety and inclusiveness

Sparkways and all our Centres are committed to child safety. The protection and wellbeing of children and young persons is reflected in our zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff and volunteers have a moral and legal responsibility to ensure that young people are safe whilst involved in our care and programs. All children have the right to safety and security and the protection from physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse and neglect.

Sparkways is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and from people with a disability.

Are you ready to make your spark at Sparkways?

Please click on the following link to learn more about our fabulous organisation – https://sparkways.org.au/