Drive excellence in payroll and shape the employee experience through accuracy, compliance, and trusted advice.

We're looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join our team as a Parental Leave Replacement until 31 December 2026. In this role, you'll take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function, maintain system integrity, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and compliance. This is a great opportunity to work in a team focused on continuous improvement and supporting employees across the organisation.

What you'll do:

Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, you will play a key role in Council's payroll operations, responsible for maintaining compliance with legislation and enterprise agreements, managing system processes, and ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery. You'll also support annual reporting, budget preparation, and year-end financial requirements as well as supporting People and Culture with insights, compliance, and system improvements.

This role will commence in August with a handover period.

You will:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of Council's payroll system, including process improvements.
• Be responsible for end-to-end payroll accuracy and timely processing.
• Answer payroll queries from staff, government agencies, and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, Council's Enterprise Agreement, and internal policies.
• Interpret employment conditions and provide accurate advice to employees, in collaboration with HR.
• Provide payroll data and reports for budgeting, grants, WorkCover, superannuation, and other payments.
• Maintain accurate payroll procedures, documentation, and database integrity.
• Complete year-end processes including salary accruals and leave liability reporting.
• Assist in system testing and updates for the payroll module (Civica).
• Support budget development through payroll forecasting and data analysis.

Who and what we are looking for (skills and experience). You'll have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance or related discipline and some relevant experience is desired or substantial experience in a similar role.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in payroll or similar role.
• Experience with payroll systems, financial systems and computer applications.
• Prior experience in the preparation of a large payroll service, including the interpretation and administration of employment legislation.
• Demonstrate the ability to efficiently and accurately process the end-to-end payroll function, including processing wages, STP, superannuation and WorkCover, and the interpretation of employment legislation.
• Demonstrate organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide and report accurate information and reports.
• Experience working with a range of systems and databases.
• A demonstrated understanding of accounting principles and the impact of the payroll functions.

Pre-employment requirements

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

What we offer:

• A full-time parental leave cover position (to 31 December 2026) with a monthly RDO
• Salary of $94,475.99 - $102,712.38 per annum plus super.
• Flexible work arrangements that support personal well-being alongside professional commitments
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria from the position description.

For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Maggie Tian on 0450 759718 or [email protected].

Applications close: 4 August 2025 at 11:45 pm.

Why choose Banyule: Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.