Payroll Officer
St Ignatius College
Posted 2 days ago
Saint Ignatius' College Adelaide is a leading Catholic, co-educational, day school established by the Jesuits and inspired by the Ignatian charism of intellectual rigour, character, and service. Built on the vision of Saint Ignatius, our educational community seeks to form young people who strive for a hope-filled future, shaping the world for the better.
Join our College community as a Payroll Officer in this permanent part-time 0.8 FTE position bringing your expertise to a collaborative team committed to excellence, service and supporting our people.
About us
Our approach draws on the best of traditional, tried and tested learning methods while remaining adaptive, innovative, and deeply reflective. We are eager to welcome staff who embody enthusiasm, continuous improvement, and a profound understanding of the Catholic ethos.
Proudly a 5-Star Employer of Choice. Recognised by The Educator in 2025 for our exceptional culture and commitment to excellence.
What we offer
- A values driven workplace grounded in Jesuit ethos and traditions
- Generous staff discount on school fees
- Professional and Leadership Development opportunities
- Staff Wellbeing Program including a Wellbeing Day provision, and dedicated day of activities
- A supportive, collegial school community that values teamwork and contribution
About the role
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to manage the accurate, timely and confidential processing of payroll for 300+ employees across the College. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this important role is responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, awards, the Enterprise Agreement, College policies and payroll procedures.
Working collaboratively with the Finance team and People & Culture, you will maintain payroll integrity, respond to staff payroll enquiries, and contribute to continuous improvement in payroll processes.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a school community that values service, integrity and the development of each individual, and to play a vital role in supporting our staff through the delivery of high-quality payroll services.
About you
You are an experienced payroll professional with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy, confidentiality and customer service. Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities, you bring proven experience working across multiple payroll systems and confidently navigate complex payroll environments.
Ideally, you have a background in the education sector and a sound understanding of relevant payroll legislation, industrial awards and enterprise agreements. You are a collaborative team member who enjoys building positive relationships, providing trusted advice, and delivering payroll outcomes that support both employees and organisational success.
Application process
All applications are to be lodged via the College website. For more information on the position and application process, please visit the College website: https://ignatius.sa.edu.au
The closing date for applications will be 9:00am Monday, 24 August 2026.
Late applications cannot be accepted. Saint Ignatius' College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
Saint Ignatius’ College is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in its community.
About St Ignatius College
College Vision & Mission
Our Vision
At Saint Ignatius College our purpose is to form young people of competence, conscience and compassion.
Mission Statement
Saint Ignatius College is a Catholic community that is learning-centred and supportive in the Ignatian tradition.
The College is committed to the education of the whole person and the development of young adults of competence, conscience and compassion who will be of service in the community.
We strive to recognise God’s presence in all things, to celebrate the pursuit of personal excellence and to live with hope and respect for all creation.
Striving for the Magis
Ignatius in his writings calls us to strive for the 'Magis' - 'the more'. The more is a key to making choices among competing values. The entire life of Ignatius Loyola was a search for the Magis – that is, the more universal good, the more effective means, the more generous service of others, and the ever greater glory of God. Magis energises us for action.
At Saint Ignatius College we will:
•Provide opportunities for students, staff, parents and alumni to experience a sense of belonging to a faith-filled Christian community and to commit themselves to being of service to others
•Respect the role of parents as the primary educators of their children
•Be enthusiastic in imparting knowledge of Catholic faith and traditions, enabling students to accept truth freely and develop a Christian moral conscience
•Promote growth and improvement in learning and living for the greater glory of God in the Ignatian way
•Support students in striving for their personal best - the Magis - in all their endeavours.
Governance
Saint Ignatius College Geelong supports and promotes the principles and practice of Australian democracy.
The College abides by the The Education and Training Reform Act 2006, and deliver our programs and teaching in a manner that supports and promotes the principals and practice of Australian democracy.
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Jesuit Educational Philosophy
Since the launch of their first school in 1548, the Jesuits have believed that a high quality education is the best path to meaningful lives of leadership and service.
Jesuits have understood that the liberal arts, the natural and social sciences, and the performing arts, linked with all other branches of knowledge, are a powerful means of developing leaders with the potential to influence and transform society.
The Jesuit Education Ministry includes Jesuit owned and operated schools, university colleges and chaplaincies, affiliated lgnatian schools, and the intellectual apostolate.
A Jesuit education has a clear purpose: the development of a well-rounded Christian person of competence, conscience and compassion who will be of service in the world and has the generosity to make a contribution.
Historically, Jesuit education has been successful across many cultures because it has adapted to the environment of the learner. Today Jesuit education continues to embrace change in appropriate ways, ensuring that a Jesuit education meets the needs of modern day learners, and develops learners who themselves will strive to contribute meaningfully and to excel.
Jesuits motto
AMDG
“Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam” For the Greater Glory of God
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